Resident Instruction Grants for Institutions of Higher Education in Insular Areas Agriculture and Food Science Facilities and Equipment Program for Insular Areas
This grant supports colleges in U.S. Insular Areas to enhance their education and research facilities and equipment in food and agricultural sciences.
Funder: National Institute of Food and Agriculture
Due Dates: June 15, 2026 (Full application submission, 5:00 P.M. Eastern Time)
Funding Amounts: $2,800,000 total program funding; individual awards range from $10,000 to $550,000 depending on grant type and program; project duration 24–48 months.
Summary: Supports institutions of higher education in U.S. insular areas to enhance education and research capacity in food and agricultural sciences, including facilities and equipment.
Description
This opportunity funds two related programs: the Resident Instruction Grants Program for Institutions of Higher Education in Insular Areas (RIIA) and the Agriculture and Food Sciences Facilities and Equipment Program for Insular Areas (AGFEI). The goal is to strengthen the ability of eligible institutions in U.S. insular areas to deliver high-quality education and research in food and agricultural sciences. RIIA supports curriculum, teaching, faculty, and student development, while AGFEI focuses on upgrading facilities and equipment necessary for tropical and subtropical agricultural research.
