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Closed on Jul 13, 2026

Integrated Research, Education, and Extension Competitive Grants Program – Organic Transitions

National Institute of Food and Agriculture · Opportunity number USDA-NIFA-ICGP-011901

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 28, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jul 13, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberUSDA-NIFA-ICGP-011901
AgencyNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
Department of Agriculture
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)10.303
PostedJun 12, 2026
DeadlineJul 13, 2026
Award ceiling$1,000,000
Award floor$20,000
Expected number of awards8
Estimated total program funding$7,500,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredYes
Funding typeGrant
CategoryAgriculture
Last updated hereJun 28, 2026

Summary from the notice

The overall goal of the ORG program, under assistance listing 10.303 is to support the development and implementation of research, extension, and higher education programs that improve the competitiveness of U.S. organic livestock and crop producers, as well as those adopting organic practices.


Who can apply

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

Applications will only be accepted if submitted by colleges and universities, as defined in 7 U.S.C. 3103, 1994 Institutions, and Hispanic-serving agricultural colleges and universities. Award recipients may subcontract to organizations not eligible to apply, provided such organizations are necessary for the conduct of the project, and subject to NIFA approval.

Cost sharing: this notice requires cost sharing or matching funds. Check the notice for the required share and what counts toward it.

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

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