USA Pulses Research Grant Opportunity
USA Pulses Research Grant Opportunity supports researchers developing applied solutions in pulse breeding, crop management, nutrition, and products to increase U.S. pulse production and consumption.
Funder: USA Pulses
Due Dates: December 4, 2026, midnight Pacific Standard Time (Proposal submission)
Funding Amounts: Typically $16,000–$75,000 (approximately $30,000 average); research activity July 2027–June 2028
Summary: Supports applied pulse-crop research in breeding, crop management, nutrition, and product development for U.S. growers and consumers.
Key Information: USA Pulses does not pay indirect costs.
Description
USA Pulses’ annual research call supports work on dry peas, lentils, chickpeas, and dry beans. The FY 2027–28 cycle funds applied solutions for U.S. pulse growers and consumers, including climate-resilient breeding and genetics, on-farm production and sustainability, human nutrition and health, consumer insights, food processing, and value-added products.
The program’s 2025–2030 Research Strategic Plan aims to double U.S. pulse production and consumption. Priorities include productive, widely adapted varieties, improved crop management, evidence supporting nutritional benefits, and innovative uses for pulses and their ingredients. Proposals may address one or several research priorities. Transdisciplinary work across expertise and institutions is encouraged and expected, with support directed toward integrated approaches to complex research challenges.
