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Find similar grantsSustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) - Partnership Grants is sponsored by USDA SARE. SARE regional programs (North Central, Northeast, South, West) provide grants for research and education that advance sustainable agriculture.
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Grants - Farm Grants - SARE Funded Grants in Your State SARE offers competitive grants to fund research and education projects that advance sustainable agricultural practices in the United States. Extension agents and other educators Grants are available for projects within the United States and U.S. protectorates only. Can SARE grants be used to fund projects outside the United States?
No. SARE grants may only be used to fund projects within the United States and its island protectorates. Can I use a SARE grant to begin a farm? No. SARE grants are intended for projects involving research and education only, not to defray the costs associated with starting a farm.
USDA's Beginning Farmer and Rancher Coordinators can help you get started or grow your farming operation through a variety of programs and services. Can I use a SARE grant to buy land, equipment, farming materials, animals, etc?
A small percentage of SARE funding may be used to purchase the materials required to conduct a research or education project, but generally SARE funding cannot be used to make large purchases for land, equipment or capital investment. Contact your SARE region for specific rules. Visit Your Region for More Information Grants are administered by SARE's four regional offices.
Visit the appropriate region to learn which grant type is right for you and to access application instructions. What Projects Are Eligible? Visit your SARE region for detailed guidance on whether your idea qualifies for a grant, and search our database of project reports .
Here are some examples of topical areas that SARE grants can address: Pastured livestock and rotational grazing No-till and conservation tillage High tunnels and season extension Local and regional food systems
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Farmers, researchers, extension agents, and agricultural educators. Deadlines vary by the four SARE regions. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) - Partnership Grants is funded by USDA SARE. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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