Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative - OREI Workshop Projects
Last verified by NonDilute: 2026-04-29. Official notice and agency instructions control.
If you're running research or extension work with certified organic producers, this USDA workshop program offers quick-turnaround funding to scale practical solutions.
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What this is
This USDA program targets high-priority integrated projects designed to strengthen organic agriculture by enhancing the ability of producers and processors already certified organic to grow and market quality products while building more resilient farming systems. The relatively modest award range ($5K–$75K) and workshop-project focus suggest funding for collaborative, practical initiatives rather than pure R&D. Eligibility is restricted to specific organization types detailed in the application text, so verification is essential before investing application effort.
Who can apply
Eligibility is limited to specific organization types outlined in the 'Additional Information on Eligibility' section of the full announcement; the text provided does not specify these categories, so applicants must review the full notice before proceeding. Generally, research institutions, extension services, and non-profit agricultural organizations are typical eligible applicants for USDA OREI programs.
Eligible applicant types
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Full description — from the agency
The purpose of this program is to fund high priority integrated projects that will enhance the ability of producers and processors who have already adopted organic standards to grow and market high quality organic agricultural products and to increase resilience in American farming systems.
Topics: organic agriculture · farm resilience · agricultural extension · organic farming research · producer support · sustainable agriculture
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