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Closed on Jun 26, 2026

Open Data Framework

National Institute of Food and Agriculture · Opportunity number USDA-NIFA-OTHER-011816

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 27, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Jun 26, 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-OTHER-011816
AgencyNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
Department of Agriculture
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)10.233
PostedApr 27, 2026
DeadlineJun 26, 2026
Award ceiling$923,325
Award floor$923,325
Expected number of awards1
Estimated total program funding$923,325
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeGrant
CategoryAgriculture
Last updated hereJun 27, 2026

Summary from the notice

The purpose of ODF, under assistance listing 10.233, is to build frameworks to create neutral and secure data repositories and cooperatives where producers, universities and nonprofit entities can store and share data in ways that will foster agricultural innovation, support technological progress, profitability, and increase production efficiencies. The program prioritizes frameworks that address farm and ranch profitability, new markets and uses for agricultural products, invasive species, soil health to regenerate long-term productivity, or improving human health through precision nutrient and food quality. 

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

Eligibility Requirements Applicants for the ODF must meet all the requirements discussed in this NOFO. Failure to meet the eligibility criteria by the application deadline may result in exclusion from consideration or preclude NIFA from making an award. For those new to federal financial assistance, NIFA’s About Grants provides highly recommended information about grants and other resources to help understand the federal awards process. Applications will only be accepted from organizations, not from individuals. Organizations may include state agricultural experiment stations, colleges and universities, research institutions and organizations, private organizations, foundations or corporations, federal agencies, National laboratories.

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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