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Regional AgTech Engine Receives $45M From National Science Foundation
The partnership between NDSU, Fargo Moorhead Chamber, and others will fund tech and workforce development.
Mar. 23, 2026 at 9:19pm
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The North Dakota AgTech Engine, a regional partnership focused on advancing agricultural technology innovation and workforce development, has received a $45 million grant from the National Science Foundation. The funding will support three more years of the initiative, which has already leveraged over $73 million from private sector partners using an initial $15 million in federal support.
Why it matters
This significant federal investment in the AgTech Engine underscores the region's growing reputation as a hub for agricultural technology and innovation. By supporting new technologies and training the next generation of agricultural workers, the initiative aims to help local farmers and ranchers reduce costs, increase yields, and maintain a competitive edge in the global market.
The details
The AgTech Engine is a partnership between North Dakota State University (NDSU), the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo (FMWF) Chamber of Commerce, the Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation, and the North Dakota Tribal College System. The $45 million grant will fund the next three years of the initiative's work in advancing agricultural technology and developing the regional workforce.
- The AgTech Engine had previously received $15 million in federal funding.
- The new $45 million grant will support the initiative for the next three years.
The players
North Dakota State University (NDSU)
A public research university and a member of the North Dakota University System, NDSU is a key partner in the regional AgTech Engine.
Fargo Moorhead West Fargo (FMWF) Chamber of Commerce
The regional chamber of commerce is collaborating with other organizations on the AgTech Engine initiative.
Fargo Moorhead Economic Development Corporation
This economic development organization is part of the partnership driving the AgTech Engine.
North Dakota Tribal College System
The state's tribal colleges are involved in the regional AgTech Engine collaboration.
Senator John Hoeven
The U.S. Senator for North Dakota announced the $45 million grant from the National Science Foundation.
What they’re saying
“The North Dakota Agtech Engine has proven its potential in the first two years of its operations, leveraging more than $73 million from private sector partners using $15 million in initial federal support. That's why we were able to secure this $45 million award, which will support three more years of technology and workforce development.”
— Senator John Hoeven
The takeaway
This major federal investment in the North Dakota AgTech Engine underscores the region's growing reputation as a hub for agricultural innovation. By supporting new technologies and workforce development, the initiative aims to help local farmers and ranchers stay competitive in the global market.
