Research Grants Program
Forecasted
The Organic Farming Research Foundation's Research Grants Program funds farmer-driven research to advance organic agriculture, focusing on soil health, climate resilience, and knowledge sharing.
Funder: Organic Farming Research Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026: Letter of Intent deadline (projected) | December 2026: Full proposal deadline for invited applicants (projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per project; typically for one year; multi-year projects receive funding for the first year only.
Summary: Supports farmer-engaged research on certified organic land to advance organic agriculture, with strong emphasis on outreach and knowledge sharing.
Description
The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) Research Grants Program funds innovative, farmer-involved research projects that advance organic farming systems in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Since 1990, OFRF has invested over $3 million in 360+ grants, supporting projects that address key challenges in organic agriculture—such as climate resilience, soil health, pest management, and social science topics relevant to organic producers. Projects must include strong educational and outreach components to ensure research outcomes reach and benefit the broader organic community. All funded research results are made freely available via OFRF’s online database, fostering open knowledge exchange.
