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National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Outreach and Assistance for Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Program

Key facts

Award
$250,000 – $1,500,000
Opens
Sep 4, 2026
Closes
Sep 10, 2026
Location
United States
Category
Agriculture

Who can apply

  • Eligible applicants include
  • community-based organizations,
  • 1890 or 1994 institutions,
  • Indian Tribal community colleges,
  • Alaska Native cooperative colleges,
  • Hispanic-Serving Institutions,
  • higher education institutions,
  • Indian tribes or national tribal organizations with experience serving Veteran farmers and ranchers,
  • and prior recipients under this program.

About this grant

The purpose of the OAVFR program is to assist Veterans in owning and operating farms and ranches and to ensure they are knowledgeable and participating in the full range of USDA programs. Recipient organizations can provide outreach, technical assistance, and education in agriculture, agribusiness, forestry, and agricultural-related services.

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