This program funds non-land-grant colleges of agriculture to maintain and expand their capacity for education, research, outreach, and integrated activities in agriculture and renewable resources. Eligible institutions may use funds to compete for federal grants, disseminate information, acquire equipment, support faculty development, and create graduate assistantships. The grant excludes building construction or renovation but supports infrastructure acquisition and professional growth.
Eligible applicants are non-land-grant colleges and universities certified by NIFA as NLGCA institutions at the time of application. Institutions must be public colleges or universities offering baccalaureate or higher degrees in specified agricultural sciences or forestry areas. Subcontracting to i
