As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 1,198 Food Systems Grants — 18 open right now, across 116 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $5B. The next application deadline is October 22, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service announce this funding opportunity to carry out the Plant Protection Act Section 7721 (PPA 7721)…
🏛 Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service📋 CFDA 10.031⏰ Oct 19, 2026💰
$1 – $3,500,000
This grant opportunity will result in funding organizations to train Registered Nurse trainees to work in underserved communities. Such strategies shall incorporate the following elements: 1.Establishing…
🏛 Department of Health Care Access and Information (California)⏰ Oct 22, 2026💰
$500,001 – $3,000,000
The occurrence of insects as well as pesticide residuals can be significant barriers for U.S. horticultural exports. Each importing country can have unique phytosanitary and maximum…
🏛 Foreign Agricultural Service📋 CFDA 10.621⏰ Oct 26, 2026💰
up to $2,000,000
The TCEP-SE under assistance listing 10.517, provides informal, community-focused extension pilot projects at 1994 Institutions. Pilot projects may focus on community needs that address emerging issues…
🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture📋 CFDA 10.517⏰ Nov 2, 2026💰
$50,000 – $200,000
The Growth Through Agriculture (GTA) program is a grant and loan program established by the Montana Legislature to strengthen and diversify Montana's agricultural industry through the…
🏛 Montana Department of Agriculture⏰ Nov 9, 2026💰
up to $150,000
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), requests applications for fiscal year (FY) 2026 from existing initiatives of the Dairy Business Innovation (DBI)…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), requests applications for the fiscal year (FY) 2026 Specialty Crop Multi-State Grant Program (SCMP). The SCMP…
The Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP) provides grants to help eligible meat and poultry processors expand their capacity, which creates new, better and more…
The AFRI Foundational and Applied Science Program supports grants in six AFRI priority areas to advance knowledge in both fundamental and applied sciences important to agriculture.…
🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture📋 CFDA 10.310⏰ Dec 31, 2026💰
$10,000 – $10,000,000
Regional School Food Infrastructure Grant Program is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. Total program…
🏛 New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets⏰ Jan 22, 2027
The primary objective of the program is to provide grants to Agriculture Innovation Centers that will provide technical assistance to agricultural producers to market value-added agricultural…
B. Eligible Activities 1. The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-,…
🏛 Department of Housing and Community Development (California)⏰ Feb 28, 2027💰
$500 – $6,300,000
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM), builds upon the National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System…
🏛 Food and Drug Administration📋 CFDA 93.103⏰ Apr 1, 2027💰
up to $200,000
The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to advance efforts for a nationally integrated animal food safety system providing state animal food regulatory…
🏛 Food and Drug Administration📋 CFDA 93.103⏰ Apr 1, 2027💰
up to $300,000
This program aims to combat food insecurity by offering competitive grants to support the establishment of new grocery stores in food deserts by reimbursing successful applicants…
🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity⏰ Jun 30, 2027💰
$100,000 – $1,500,000
Grantoria currently lists 1,198 food systems grants, of which 18 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is October 22, 2026 — about 3 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for food systems grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but food systems grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Public Authority, Tribal Nation and Small Business (SBA-defined). Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $5B, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse food systems grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.
About Food Systems grants
Food Systems grants support agricultural innovation, food security, and sustainable production practices across America. With 1,198 active grants currently listed, this category attracts funding from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, and Agricultural Marketing Service. These grants address critical challenges in rural food access, agricultural capacity building, and research to strengthen our national food infrastructure.
Most Food Systems grants range from $200,000 to $950,000 and use competitive application processes. State governments, nonprofits, and public universities are typical recipients, often supporting rural communities, low-income populations, and Alaska Native regions. Note that roughly one in four grants require cost-sharing. Use filters for recipient type and demographic focus to identify the best-fit opportunities for your organization.
