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Open 2/24/2026, closes 4/14/2026 at 4:00 PM. Contract start Fall 2026.
Stewardship Assistance and Restoration on APRs (SARA) is a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources that funds restoration of inactive or underutilized Agricultural Preservation Restriction (APR) farmland. Eligible projects include land restoration, soil and water management, agricultural access improvements, site remediation, and pasture and cropland rehabilitation.
Reimbursement grants of up to $50,000 are available, with applicants required to provide a cash match of at least 15% of total project costs. Eligible applicants must be located in Massachusetts and own or operate a commercial agricultural business on MDAR APR-protected land. The application deadline is April 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM.
Contracts are anticipated to begin in Fall 2026 and run through June 30, 2027.
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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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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Massachusetts farmers operating commercial agricultural business for 3+ years on APR properties protected through MDAR's APR program. Must be located in Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $50,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is April 14, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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