Technical Assistance Webinar: Artificial Intelligence for K-12 Food and Agricultural Science (A9231)

This technical assistance webinar guides prospective applicants through the FY26 Artificial Intelligence for K–12 Food and Agricultural Sciences (A9231) program area priority application information. Part of AFRI’s Strengthening Agricultural Systems (SAS) portfolio, the A9231 program is designed to cultivate a skilled, AI‑literate next generation of agricultural professionals, with a strong emphasis on engaging K–12 learners. The program supports Integrated Coordinated Agricultural Projects (CAP) and Strengthening CAP projects, requiring meaningful collaboration across research, education, and Extension. Projects must be led by education or Extension and focus on building a robust talent pipeline equipped to use AI across all six Farm Bill priorities. The session offers a clear guidance on application preparation, required documents, peer-review criteria, and key deadlines. It also offers detailed information on NIFA’s mission and the purpose of the K–12 AI initiative, along with application requirements, essential documents, peer‑review criteria, and key submission deadlines. For more information, visit the NIFA website at: https://www.nifa.usda.gov/events/tech...