Open Data Framework
USDA-NIFA Posted USDA-NIFA-OTHER-011816
Close Date:
June 26, 2026
Deadline passed
Description
The purpose of ODF, under assistance listing 10.233, is to build frameworks to create neutral and secure data repositories and cooperatives where producers, universities and nonprofit entities can store and share data in ways that will foster agricultural innovation, support technological progress, profitability, and increase production efficiencies. The program prioritizes frameworks that address farm and ranch profitability, new markets and uses for agricultural products, invasive species, soil health to regenerate long-term productivity, or improving human health through precision nutrient and food quality.
Eligibility
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants for the ODF must meet all the requirements discussed in this NOFO. Failure to meet the eligibility criteria by the application deadline may result in exclusion from consideration or preclude NIFA from making an award. For those new to federal financial assistance, NIFA’s About Grants provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the federal awards process.
Applications will only be accepted from organizations, not from individuals. Organizations may include state agricultural experiment stations, colleges and universities, research institutions and organizations, private organizations, foundations or corporations, federal agencies, National laboratories.
Applicants for the ODF must meet all the requirements discussed in this NOFO. Failure to meet the eligibility criteria by the application deadline may result in exclusion from consideration or preclude NIFA from making an award. For those new to federal financial assistance, NIFA’s About Grants provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the federal awards process.
Applications will only be accepted from organizations, not from individuals. Organizations may include state agricultural experiment stations, colleges and universities, research institutions and organizations, private organizations, foundations or corporations, federal agencies, National laboratories.
Actions
Funding Details
- Award Floor
- $923,325.00
- Award Ceiling
- $923,325.00
- Total Estimated Funding
- $923,325.00
- Expected Awards
- 1
Key Dates
- Posted
- April 27, 2026
- Closes
- June 26, 2026
- Archive Date
- July 26, 2026
Agency Information
- Agency Name
- National Institute of Food and Agriculture
- Agency Code
- USDA-NIFA
- Funding Instrument
- Other