# NIFA Awards Organic Agriculture Research Grants

On November 4, 2026, USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) awarded $66.8 million through its Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative for 35 projects. The grants fund integrated research, education, and Extension work on organic agriculture priorities, including biological and physical sciences and economics. The announcement reports completed awards, not an open solicitation, so it represents funded work and awardee activity rather than an immediate proposal opportunity for new applicants.

- The 35 awards may create research, education, and Extension subcontracting or collaboration needs for universities and organizations supporting organic agriculture projects; the announcement does not specify individual award amounts or requirements.
- Texas A&M University, the University of Florida, and Iowa State University are among the named awardees. Organizations seeking participation should pursue collaboration with funded project teams rather than treat this announcement as an active competition.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Education
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** November 05, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
- National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA)

### Vendors
- Texas A&M University (awardee)
- University of Florida (awardee)
- Iowa State University (awardee)
- Clemson University (awardee)
- Kansas State University (awardee)

### Sources
- [NIFA Awards $66.8M in Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative Program Grants | NIFA](https://www.nifa.usda.gov/about-nifa/award-announcements/nifa-awards-668m-organic-agriculture-research-extension-initiative) - NIFA