Funder: National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Due Dates: June 12, 2026 (Full application submission deadline; applications due by 5:00 P.M. Eastern Time)
Funding Amounts: $150,000–$300,000 per year for up to 3 years; total program funding approx. $3.7M; 4–5 awards expected.
Summary: Supports integrated research and extension projects to advance alfalfa seed and forage production systems, yield, quality, and novel uses.
Key Information: Dollar-for-dollar matching required unless waived; projects must include both research and extension components.