Agricultural Genome to Phenome Initiative

Department Of Agriculture, National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

The National Institute of Food and Agricultureโ€™s Agricultural Genome to Phenome Initiative (AG2PI) program focuses on collaborative science engagement that brings together a community of researchers across both crops and animals to lay the foundation for expanding knowledge concerning genomes and phenomes of importance to the agriculture sector of the United States. Applications that propose a collaboration among U.S. crop and animal researchers are encouraged. In FY 2022, Congress recognized th

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Helps researchers study crops and animals to improve agricultural practices. Provides funding for projects that enhance sustainability and security in farming.

Quick Facts

Funding
$1,825,317.09 - $1,857,553
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Agriculture, Food & Fisheries
Organization
Department Of Agriculture, National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

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What Is This Program?

Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) are generally released annually. See the program NOFO for specific and detailed information provided in the Assistance Listing.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Funding for interdisciplinary research to improve crop and animal performance by leveraging genomics, phenomics, advanced computing, and climatic modeling for more efficient selection of superior genotypes. A funding match is required.

Who Is Eligible?

Business Size: small, medium, large

Industries: animal sciences, plant sciences, genetics, genomics, artificial intelligence, informatics, statistics, engineering, farming and ranching, biotechnology

Other Criteria: private organizations, foundations, corporations, individuals, any group consisting of two or more eligible entities, consortiums encouraged, interdisciplinary approaches combining advanced computing, automated high throughput phenotyping and genotyping, and climatic modelling, commitment to fair access to data, software, germplasm, and other biological materials through open data sources, standards, and exchange of research materials

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Search for the Agricultural Genome to Phenome Initiative funding opportunity on the NIFA website.
  • Review the eligibility criteria and application guidelines.
  • Prepare the required documents and proposal.
  • Submit the application through the designated portal before the closing date.
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ“…Key Dates
Thu, 30 Apr 2026Posted Date
Mon, 29 Jun 2026Closing Date
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
fixed-deadline

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
  • indirect cost rate agreement
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • Research on agriculturally significant crops and animals
  • Study of genetics and phenomics
  • Development of functional understanding of genes
  • Genetic improvement of crops and animals
  • Research on diverse germplasm
  • Enhancement of genetics to reduce economic impact of pathogens
  • Dissemination of findings
๐Ÿ’ณPayment Model
mixed
โชRetroactive Expenses Eligible
No

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ”€Matching Required
Yes
๐Ÿ“ŠMatching Ratio
null
๐ŸฆEligible Matching Sources
  • cash
  • in-kind contributions
๐Ÿ“šStacking Rules
null
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธProof of Matching Required
null

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ—“๏ธReporting Frequency
annual
๐Ÿ“‘Reporting Requirements
  • performance progress report
๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards
๐Ÿ“ขBranding Requirements
Acknowledgment of federal funding is required.
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

John.Erickson@usda.gov
816-283-6422

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This program offers funding up to $1,857,553 (minimum $1,825,317.09).

This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

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