United States Department of Agriculture

Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program

Last update: Today Last update: May 14, 2026

Details

Location:American Samoa, Guam, Northern M ...
American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, USA
Status:Open
Budget: USD 44,443,140
Award ceiling: USD 750,000
Award floor: USD 49,999
Sector:Research & Innovation, Agriculture & Rural Development
Languages:English
Eligible applicants:NGOs / Nonprofit Organisations, Government / Public Bodies, Academic Institutions, Private Sector
Eligible citizenships:American Samoa, Guam, Northern M ...
American Samoa, Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, USA
Date posted: May 14, 2026

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Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Funding Agency: Department of Agriculture Agency: National Institute of Food and Agriculture Assistance Listings: 10.311 -- Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program Status: Open Close date: June 16,
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About the Funding Agency

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), also known as the Agriculture Department, is the U.S. federal executive department responsible for developing and executing federal laws related to farming, forestry, and food. It aims to meet the needs of farmers and ranchers, promote agricultural trade and production, work to assure food safety, protect natural resources, foster rural communities and end hunger in the United States and internationally.

 

About the Sectors

Research & Innovation

Focuses on collecting data, generating new knowledge, and applying it to develop improved methods, technologies, products, and solutions across sectors.


Key areas:
  • Scientific research, studies, and investigations
  • Innovation programs and applied R&D initiatives
  • Technology development
  • Space-related research and exploration themes

Agriculture & Rural Development

Comprises agricultural production and rural development activities aimed at improving food systems, livelihoods, and living conditions in rural and non-urban areas.


Key areas:
  • Crop cultivation and livestock production
  • Agricultural inputs, practices, and equipment
  • Rural development and support to farming communities

Locations

American Samoa

American Samoa is an unincorporated territory of the United States with an economy traditionally anchored in tuna processing and government employment, and its development strategy increasingly emphasises modernising infrastructure and diversifying economic activity. Recent territorial programmes have advanced numerous transportation and community infrastructure projects, expanded broadband and digital connectivity, and mobilised U.S. recovery funding to support capital improvements and economic resilience. Continued investment in infrastructure, economic diversification beyond fisheries, and expanded financial sector capacity are seen as important to enhancing long-term growth and reducing dependency on federal aid.

Nr. of tenders: 1407
Nr. of grants: 1128
Nr. of donors: 203
Nr. of jobs: 4

Guam

Guam is an unincorporated territory of the United States with an economy anchored in U.S. federal spending, defence activity and tourism. Ongoing U.S. military realignment projects have significantly expanded infrastructure investment, including port, utilities and housing upgrades. Development priorities include strengthening energy resilience, modernising water and wastewater systems and diversifying tourism markets. While federal funding supports capital development, Guam’s economic performance remains sensitive to external demand shocks and geopolitical dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region.

Nr. of tenders: 1430
Nr. of grants: 886
Nr. of donors: 194
Nr. of jobs: 4
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