North Central SARE strengthens communities, increases producers' profitability, and improves the environment through grants and education.
Learn more about our grantsOur Grant Programs
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Research and Education Grant Program
Preproposals due Oct. 13, 2022, 4pm CDT.
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Partnership Grant Program
Proposals due Oct. 20, 2022, 4pm CDT.
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Youth Educator Grant Program
Proposals are due Nov. 10, 2022, 4pm CST.
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Farmer Rancher Grant Program
Proposals are due Dec. 1, 2022, 4pm CST.
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Graduate Student Grant Program
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Professional Development Grant Program
a competitive grant program for training agricultural educators
What is Sustainable Agriculture?
How do we produce and distribute food, fuel, and fiber sustainably? While every strategy varies, SARE embraces three broad goals: profit over the long term; stewardship of our nation’s land, air, and water; and quality of life for farmers, ranchers, and their communities.
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Reaching Women in Agriculture: A Guide to Virtual Engagement
COVID-19 SALES AND MARKETING RESOURCES
More farmers/ranchers are pursuing online sales so they can comply with physical distancing requirements associated with COVID-19. Resources have been developed to help producers navigate online sales and marketing.
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HOSTING VIRTUAL FIELD DAYS
Need to convert your in-person field day to a virtual one? NCR-SARE recorded two webinars for SARE grantees with tips about hosting virtual field days.
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NCR-SARE Announces 2023 Youth Educator Call for Proposals
NCR-SARE's 2023 Youth Educator Grant Program Call for Proposals is now available. Proposals are due November 10, 2022, at 4pm CDT.
NEW SARE RESOURCES
- Finding Success with Yellow Perch in an Aquaculture System
- Manure Composting Video Series
- CSA Starts Here: A Video Series for New CSA Producers
- Managing Livestock with Drones: Video Tutorials
- Down on the Farm Toolkit: Supporting Farmers in Stressful Times
- LA-AZY Hives Guide: Ergonomic Hive Alternative
- An Educator's Guide to Best Practices for Adult Learning
- High Tunnel Cucumber Production Guide
- Whole-Farm Approach to Managing Pests Bulletin
- Updated Guide to USDA Programs
About North Central SARE
NCR-SARE offers competitive grants and educational opportunities for producers, scientists, educators, institutions, organizations and others exploring sustainable agriculture in America’s Midwest.
Our farm is an exceptional place; it is a safe environment that nurtures and helps one grow. Through the support of organizations like NCR-SARE, we can support and help make transformative experiences in the lives of those that would not have this kind of opportunity otherwise.
