Food and Agricultural System Health and Sustainability Research Grants in Michigan (USA)
GrantID: 73511
Grant Funding Amount Low: $150,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $1,000,000
Summary
Grants to support research and innovation that address pressing challenges in the food and agricultural system, with an emphasis on science that can improve production, sustainability, and community wellbeing. It is designed to encourage partnerships between research institutions, nonprofit organizations, private sector collaborators, and individual investigators who are working to develop practical solutions that benefit producers, consumers, and the broader ecosystem. While this opportunity is rooted in a national context with a focus on the United States, collaborative projects that include international partners or have global implications may also be considered when the work clearly advances relevant scientific knowledge and actionable outcomes.
Eligible applicants typically include academic researchers, nonprofit organizations with research capacity, and for-profit entities engaged in scientific inquiry. Individual early-career scientists and faculty members may also apply when affiliated with an eligible host institution. The intent of the funding is to support projects that span from exploratory research and concept development to translational work that moves promising findings into real-world application. This flexible approach aims to accelerate innovative ideas while building the knowledge base that informs future practice, policy, and technology in the agricultural sector.
Funds from this opportunity can be used to cover direct research costs, personnel support, equipment and materials, data collection and analysis, and activities that broaden participation and training for the next generation of scientists. Some awards emphasize capacity building, workforce development, and the translation of research into tools or practices that stakeholders can use immediately. The program is particularly interested in proposals that integrate multidisciplinary perspectives, include meaningful engagement with end users such as farmers or community partners, and demonstrate the potential for long-term impact.
Deadlines for proposals vary based on the specific funding track but generally follow a scheduled cycle each year. Applicants are selected through a competitive review process that evaluates scientific merit, feasibility, relevance to priority areas, and potential for broad benefit. Award amounts and project durations differ across funding tracks, offering opportunities for both smaller pilot studies and larger multi-year initiatives. Overall, this grant environment encourages creative, collaborative, and outcome-oriented research that strengthens the agricultural science landscape.
If you are located in Michigan and working in the area of Awards, this funding opportunity may be a good fit. For more relevant grant options that support your work and priorities, visit The Grant Portal and use the Search Grant tool to find opportunities.
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