New Innovator in Food & Agriculture Research Award
This grant funds early-career faculty to pursue innovative research addressing major U.S. food and agriculture challenges aligned with FFAR’s strategic priorities.
Funder: Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2026 (Institutional nomination) | April 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000/year for 3 years (max $450,000 total); up to 10 awards anticipated; no match required.
Summary: Supports early-career faculty in launching innovative research careers addressing major U.S. food and agriculture challenges.
Key Information: Institutional nomination required; eligibility restricted to recent faculty hires within 8 years of Ph.D.
Description
This award provides significant research funding to early-career faculty aiming to address critical challenges in food and agriculture. The program, run by the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR), is designed to empower promising young investigators to focus on impactful research without the immediate pressure of securing additional grants. Research must align with FFAR’s strategic priority areas and directly benefit U.S. agricultural interests. The award is highly competitive, with institutional nomination required and strict eligibility criteria centered on career stage and research experience.
