Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program
Funds one research project to enhance efficiency and sustainability in laying hen and turkey production through collaborative research and technology transfer.
Funder: National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Due Dates: July 31, 2026 (Original closing) | August 7, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $440,115 total; single award; up to 36 months; matching funds required unless waived
Summary: Supports a single research project to improve the efficiency and sustainability of laying hen and turkey production through collaborative research and technology transfer.
Key Information: Cost sharing or matching funds are required unless NIFA grants a waiver.
Description
The Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program (LHTR), administered by the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), provides a single, competitive grant to support integrated, collaborative research aimed at enhancing the efficiency, viability, and sustainability of laying hen and turkey production in the United States. The program encourages projects that address disease prevention, antimicrobial resistance, nutrition, gut health, and alternative housing systems, with a strong emphasis on technology transfer and stakeholder engagement.
All research funded by this program must focus on laying hens, turkeys, or both. Priority is given to proposals that involve cooperation among multiple eligible entities and demonstrate strong potential for industry impact.
