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Find similar grantsProfessional Development Program is sponsored by Western Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE). This program helps agricultural professionals, such as those in the Cooperative Extension Service, Natural Resource Conservation Service, and non-profits, enhance their understanding and proficiency in sustainable agriculture.
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Professional Development Program - SARE Western Professional Development Program grants focus on educating and training agricultural professionals to increase their understanding and proficiency in sustainable agriculture so they, in turn, can educate and train other agricultural professionals. Search our project database to see what projects similar to yours may have been funded.
Professional Development projects must improve the ability of agricultural professionals to conduct educational programs and activities in sustainable agriculture principles and systems and to respond to inquiries on the subject from farmers, ranchers, and the public.
In a “train the trainer” fashion, this program focuses on increasing knowledge and capacity for agricultural stakeholders to provide further training and information to other agricultural professionals and producers. Project approaches can include, but are not limited to the following: Curricula or Materials Development Archived CFPS are to be used as EXAMPLES ONLY. Please be aware that upcoming Calls may differ.
However by reviewing these documents you will get an idea of what Western SARE is looking for in a good proposal and begin your planning efforts. Successful projects incorporate the environmental, economic, and social dimensions of sustainable agriculture. Projects can be up to 3 years (36 months) in length and funded up to $100,000.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Cooperative Extension specialists, university faculty or researchers, USDA-NRCS field staff, agricultural consultants, or non-profit organization staff are eligible to serve as Principal Investigator. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $100,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Professional Development Program is funded by Western Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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