Tribal Colleges Research Grants Program

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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Description

TCRGP focuses on development of research capacity at Tribal colleges, specifically in agriculture, natural resources, and human sciences. The program aims to teach leadership skills, knowledge, and qualities that are necessary to prepare students to be competitive with other students for agricultural and related careers in the private sector, government, and academia. Of interest are the projects involving innovative agricultural technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), data science, robotics, and other cutting edge digital tools. NIFA encourages incorporation of opportunities for training undergraduate students in these areas to equip them with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to adapt to and thrive in an increasingly digital society and expose them to educational and career pathways in AI for food and agricultural sciences.

Who can apply

  • Others

Contact

NIFA Support Email grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov <br/>Business hours: Monday thru Friday, 7a.m. – 5p.m. ET, except federal holidays
grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedApr 22, 2026
  • ClosesDec 31, 2026
  • Award floor$150,000
  • Award ceiling$2,500,000
  • Program funding$11,574,000
  • Expected awards15
  • CFDA10.227
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