Urban, Indoor, and Other Emerging Agricultural Production Research, Education, and Extension Initiative
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- Urban, Indoor, and other Emerging Agricultural Production Research, Education, and Extension Initiative Deadline: Jul 27, 2026 · up to $500K
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Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 10.333 (USAspending.gov).
- Ohio State University, The 2 awards $1,995,909
- University Of Florida 2 awards $1,924,959
- University Of Illinois $1,000,000
- University Of Oregon $999,998
- University Of Rhode Island $998,479
- University Of Delaware $995,519
- University Of Memphis $963,237
- University Of Connecticut $960,000
Program Objective
To make competitive grants in support of research, education, and extension activities for the purposes of facilitating the development of urban, indoor, and other emerging agricultural production.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Other
How to Apply
Award Procedure
See NIFA evaluation process for award.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 120 to 180 days
Program details & compliance
Description
Competitive research, education and extension grants will be awarded for the purpose of facilitating urban, indoor and emerging agricultural systems from agricultural production through marketing based on highest priority needs. These needs will be prioritized based on public input through a Federal Register Notice and guidance from the Urban Agriculture and Innovation Product Advisory Committee.
Mission Categories
Primary: Production and Operation
Other categories:
Marketing Opportunities
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Facilitating the development of urban, indoor and other emerging agricultural production.
Required Documentation
Applicants (unless excepted under 2 CFR § 25.110(b) or (c), or has an exception approved by the Federal awarding agency under 2 CFR § 25.110(d)) must (1): Have an active SAM registration prior to applying; (2) Provide a valid Unique Entity Identifier number in its application; and (3) Continue to maintain an active SAM registration with current information at all times during which it has an application under consideration or an active federal award.
Applicants must furnish the information required in the Competitive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
Successful applicants recommended for funding must furnish the information and assurances requested during the award documentation process.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements