# NIFA Awards Florida Freeze Response Funding

The USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) awarded over **$265,000** to the University of Florida on September 16, 2026, under the Rapid Response to Weather Events Across Food and Agriculture Systems program. This funding targets mitigation and adaptive strategies to address the impacts of a recent freeze event in Florida, aiming to protect the food and agricultural supply chain from extreme weather disruptions.

- This award highlights immediate procurement opportunities for contractors specializing in agricultural research, extension services, and climate resilience solutions.
- Procurement professionals should note the emphasis on rapid deployment and innovative approaches to weather-related agricultural challenges.
- Businesses with expertise in agricultural systems, weather impact analysis, and supply chain protection may find strategic entry points for collaboration or subcontracting.
- The focus on Florida's agricultural sector underscores regional needs for weather event response and resilience planning, relevant for localized procurement strategies.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Government Entities
- National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA)
- United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

### Sources
- [NIFA Invests Over $265K in Response to a Florida Freeze Event | NIFA](https://www.nifa.usda.gov/about-nifa/award-announcements/nifa-invests-over-265k-response-florida-freeze-event) - NIFA