BARD Aquaculture and Desert Farming Program
The BARD Aquaculture and Desert Farming Program funds US-Israel research on innovative, sustainable aquaculture and desert farming to improve food security and climate resilience.
Funder: United States - Israel Binational Agricultural Research and Development Fund
Due Dates: September 16, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $600,000 per project for 3 years (Pioneer track only); one-year feasibility studies up to $180,000.
Summary: Supports joint US-Israel research on land-based aquaculture and desert farming to advance food security and sustainable agriculture.
Key Information: Proposals must be jointly submitted by US and Israeli scientists affiliated with eligible research institutions.
Description
The BARD Aquaculture and Desert Farming Program funds collaborative research projects between US and Israeli scientists, focusing on innovations in land-based aquaculture systems and desert farming. The program’s aim is to enhance food security and quality protein production through advancements in biological and ecological systems (fish, algae, seafood), conservation of aquatic resources, and sustainable agricultural practices under arid conditions. Projects should generate scientific knowledge with practical applications for both countries, contributing to climate-smart agriculture and improved management of marginal environments.
