Enhancing Agricultural Opportunities for Military Veterans Competitive Grants Program
- Response deadline
- Jul 31, 2026 Due in 13 days
- Date posted
- Jul 9, 2026
- Source
- Open notice
Description
The USDA and NIFA continue to take a leadership role in assisting veterans who are interested in pursuing careers in agriculture, while also supporting military families in rural America. As military members complete their tours of duty or transition to Veteran status, many return to rural America ready to farm, ranch, and start new businesses. Job and career opportunities can be difficult to locate. Connecting interested military veterans with meaningful employment is key. The AgVets program, under assistance listing 10.334, focuses on military veterans interested in pursuing careers across the food and agricultural sector and equipping them with the necessary skills, training, and experience that leads to meaningful employment opportunities, and in turn, strengthens farm finances and rural economies.
Classifications
- NAICS10.334
Documents (1)
- FY26-AgVets-NOFO-P.pdfapplication/pdf389 KBNot yet available
Contacts
- Melissa Meroney Program Analystgrantapplicationquestions@usda.gov8166218719