Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education and Workforce Development
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- USDA-NIFA-AFRI-010693
- Agency
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National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Department of Agriculture
- Applications due
- Award size
- $22,000 to $750,000
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
- Funding instrument
- Grant
- Category
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- Agriculture
- Eligible applicants
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- Other
- Full announcement
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
This grant opportunity from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture seeks applications for projects under the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative Education and Workforce Development program. The program focuses on professional development, non-formal education, workforce training, undergraduate research experiences, and fellowships. Eligible applicants include colleges, universities, and research institutions. Projects must address at least one of six AFRI priority areas and incorporate leadership development. Applications will be evaluated based on measurable outcomes, diversity and inclusion, and alignment with NIFA and USDA goals. Deadlines range from August 2024 to December 2024.
Anticipated total funding for this opportunity is $49 million. Eligible applicants include colleges, universities, and research institutions located in the United States. Projects should support the development of agriculture and food science professionals across the career spectrum from K-14 education through postdoctoral training and fellowships.
Synopsis
The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative - Education and Workforce Development (EWD) focuses on developing the next generation of research, education, and extension professionals in the food and agricultural sciences. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) requests applications for the AFRI's Education and Workforce Development program areas to support:
1. professional development opportunities for K-14 educational professionals;
2. non-formal education that cultivates food and agricultural interest in youth;
3. workforce training at community, junior, and technical colleges;
4. training of undergraduate students in research and extension;
5. fellowships for predoctoral candidates and postdoctoral scholars.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| FY24-AFRI-EWD-RFA-P.pdf |
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