This program’s purpose is to address the critical needs of the specialty crops industries by awarding grants to support research and extension that address key challenges of national, regional, and multi-state importance in sustaining all components of food and agriculture, including conventional and organic food production systems. Applicants are strongly encouraged to propose a unique approach to solving problems facing the specialty crop industry using a systems approach.
Amount: $100,000 – $5,000,000 (varies by Project Type)
Due Date: 06/15/2026 (Pre-Applications)