Submit a Research Concept

We offer funding for research in food and agriculture science that attempts to answer large-scale problems and create meaningful knowledge and solutions. Our focus is on our Challenge Areas. An important part of our grants is the involvement of public-private partnerships. In some instances, applicants or grant recipients may be required to secure matching funds, while in other instances we secure these funds before announcing the opportunity. Potential funders for the matching funds should be considered while drafting a research proposal.

Our funding and approval process begins with collecting wide-ranging input, followed by a thorough review process, and concludes with funding the highest quality research projects. Inputs from the food and agriculture community are essential to ensure our research stays relevant to both farmers and scientists. We're open to hearing your research concept proposal.

With regard to eligibility, we invite proposals from individuals and groups alike. Submissions can be made year-round since our application window never closes. Each submission will undergo a thorough review process to ensure it aims to address significant challenges with bold science.

We prefer research concepts that align with our Challenge Areas, but we also consider pioneering concepts that tackle imminent challenges in the food and agriculture industry nimbly. We recommend reviewing our existing Open Opportunities before submitting a concept. There's no limit to the number of research concepts you can propose.