Invest in and advance agricultural research, education, and extension to solve societal challenges.
The grant program focuses on resolving critical challenges in organic agriculture with an emphasis on the integration of research, education, and extension services. It supports projects designed to improve the efficiency and competitiveness of organic producers and processors. The program prioritizes research in biological, physical, and social sciences, including economics, with a special interest in projects that offer practical, research-based information to assist farmers and ranchers in whole farm planning. To be eligible for consideration, fieldwork for projects must be conducted on land that is either already certified organic or in the process of becoming certified. The initiative allows for subcontracts to organizations not directly eligible, provided their involvement is essential for the project's execution.