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Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). SARE funds farmer-led research, on-farm trials, sustainable production improvements, and education across four US regional programs. It offers flexible support for testing regenerative practices such as improved crop rotations, cover cropping systems, or reduced tillage.
SARE grants commonly fund equipment, field trials, soil analysis, and farmer workshops that share results across producer networks.
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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, ranchers, researchers, educators, non-profits, educational organizations, landowners, and community-based stakeholders. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $15,000–$300,000 (estimated). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
This listing does not include a published deadline, but it is an annual program. Check the official notice for the current cycle's exact dates.
Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program is funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). 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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