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"MDAR Stewardship Assistance and Restoration on APRs (SARA)" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
MDAR Stewardship Assistance and Restoration on APRs (SARA) is a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources that funds stewardship and restoration activities on farmland protected through the Massachusetts Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) program.
The program supports land improvements, conservation practices, and ecological restoration that maintain the agricultural viability and natural resource quality of APR-protected properties. Eligible applicants are owners of APR-protected land for at least three years. Awards are up to $50,000, with a deadline of April 14, 2026.
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MDAR GRANT FY27- Stewardship Assistance & Restoration on...
| Bid Banana MDAR GRANT FY27- Stewardship Assistance & Restoration on APRs Program (SARA) Title: MDAR GRANT FY27- Stewardship Assistance & Restoration on APRs Program (SARA) Agency: Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources Solicitation Type: Grants Notice Solicitation ID: BD-26-1002-1003-001-125775 Project Duration: 11 months Description: The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) is seeking proposals for the Stewardship Assistance and Restoration on APRs Program (SARA).
The program aims to restore inactive or underutilized Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) land resources through eligible restoration activities. Eligible projects include land restoration, soil and water management, agricultural access, site remediation, and pasture and cropland rehabilitation.
Applicants must be located within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and own or operate a commercial agricultural business on land protected through an APR held by MDAR.
Key aspects of the program include: • Eligible applicants: APR landowners and those engaged in farming activities on APRs • Eligible projects: Restoration of inactive or impaired APR land, including land restoration, soil and water management, and agricultural access • Funding: Reimbursement grants up to $50,000, with a required cash match of at least 15% of the total project costs • Application deadline: April 14, 2026, 4:00 PM • Contract duration: Anticipated to start in Fall 2026, with a contract end date of June 30, 2027 Some of the key benefits of this program include: • Restoration of inactive or underutilized APR land • Improvement of soil and water quality • Increased agricultural productivity • Support for commercial agriculture on protected farmland • Opportunities for farmers and APR landowners to improve their operations and increase their revenue.
Attached Files: Please visit the bid source via the “Link to Bid Source” button below for documentation. Contact Information: Julie Weiss ( Program Coordinator ) Budget Estimate (AI) : $5,000 – $50,000 The budget for this grant is estimated to be between $5,000 and $50,000, depending on the scope and complexity of the proposed project.
The maximum funding per applicant is $50,000, with a required cash match of at least 15% of the total project costs. Factors that may influence the likely payment range include the type and extent of the restoration work, the cost of materials and labor, and the applicant's ability to provide the required match.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Owners of land protected through the Massachusetts Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) program for at least three years, not the original owner when the land was placed under the APR unless restoration is in res…. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $50,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was April 14, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
MDAR Stewardship Assistance and Restoration on APRs (SARA) is funded by Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Massachusetts. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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