Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #USDA-NIFA-ICGP-012261
USDA Outreach and Assistance for Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Program Funding Opportunity
Buyer
National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Posted
September 04, 2026
Respond By
September 10, 2026
Identifier
USDA-NIFA-ICGP-012261
NAICS
541720, 541690
This opportunity from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) supports outreach and assistance for veteran farmers and ranchers. - Government Buyer: - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) - Program Overview: - Outreach and Assistance for Veteran Farmers and Ranchers (OAVFR) program - Assistance Listing Number 10.443 - Funding Details: - Total available funding: approximately $23,800,000 - Extension Projects: up to $750,000 per award, 35 awards - Policy Research Center Grant: up to $4,500,000, 1 award - Eligible Applicants: - Community-based organizations - 1890/1994 institutions - Tribal colleges - Hispanic-Serving Institutions - Other entities with demonstrated experience serving veteran farmers and ranchers - Services Requested: - Outreach, technical assistance, and education for veteran farmers and ranchers - Policy research to develop recommendations for protecting and promoting interests of farmers and ranchers - Notable Requirements: - Projects must be completed within the United States - Participation in annual meetings for project directors - Policy Research Center grant may be renewed for up to two additional years based on performance and funding - No specific OEMs or product procurement; this is a grant for services and research.
Description
The Outreach and Assistance for Veteran Farmers and Ranchers (OAVFR) program aims to assist veterans in owning and operating farms and ranches and to ensure their participation in USDA programs. Funded organizations provide outreach, technical assistance, and education in agriculture, agribusiness, forestry, and related services. The program supports access to USDA programs through collaboration with local USDA Service Centers. The total funding available is approximately $23.8 million, with awards ranging from $250,000 to $1,500,000 and a closing date of September 10, 2026.