Integrated Research, Education, and Extension Competitive Grants Program – Organic Transitions

USDA-NIFA Posted USDA-NIFA-ICGP-011901

Description

The overall goal of the ORG program, under assistance listing 10.303 is to support the development and implementation of research, extension, and higher education programs that improve the competitiveness of U.S. organic livestock and crop producers, as well as those adopting organic practices.

Eligibility

Applications will only be accepted if submitted by colleges and universities, as defined in 7 U.S.C. 3103, 1994 Institutions, and Hispanic-serving agricultural colleges and universities.
Award recipients may subcontract to organizations not eligible to apply, provided such organizations are necessary for the conduct of the project, and subject to NIFA approval.
Funding Details
Award Floor
$20,000.00
Award Ceiling
$1,000,000.00
Total Estimated Funding
$7,500,000.00
Expected Awards
8
Key Dates
Posted
June 12, 2026
Closes
July 13, 2026
Archive Date
August 12, 2026
Agency Information
Agency Name
National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Agency Code
USDA-NIFA
Funding Instrument
Other