Wisconsin opens 2027 nitrogen-optimization research grants
The state program makes $1 million available, with research-design and university-collaboration requirements.
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Wisconsin’s Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection announced applications on October 12 for the 2027 Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program research grants. The program supports producers studying ways to optimize commercial nitrogen use through field studies lasting at least two years.
The round makes $1 million available, with a maximum award of $40,000 per participating producer. Research-design intent and preapproval are due December 18, 2026, and final applications are due January 15, 2027. Applicants must collaborate with the Universities of Wisconsin; the announcement offers funding but does not report grants already awarded.
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Wisconsin 2027 NOPP funding terms
Available round allocation and per-producer maximum announced by Wisconsin DATCP.
| Available total for Wisconsin 2027 grant round | 1000000 | 2026-10-12 | Available allocation; not outlay |
| Maximum award per participating producer | 40000 | 2026-10-12 | Upper bound per producer |
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