What we do

FFAR seeks ideas and input as we develop and deploy research in seven Challenge Areas.

Tackling today’s food and agriculture challenges demands top talent.

Moving the field toward solutions in seven pressing challenges facing food and agriculture.

FFAR seizes scientific opportunity.

Challenge Areas

Harnessing Photosynthesis

Breakthroughs 2030 Study

Crops of the Future Collaborative

Rapid Response

Pollinator Health Fund

Crops in silico

National Academy of Sciences Mid-Career Prize in Food and Agriculture Sciences

New Innovator in Food and Agriculture Research Early Career Award

Graduate Student Fellowship