North Central SARE strengthens communities, increases producers' economic viability, and improves the environment through grants and education.
Learn more about our grantsNOTE: We are currently holding the Professional Development Program Call for Proposals, pending notification from our funding source, USDA-NIFA. NIFA Requests for Applications are under review. You can check back for updates or subscribe to our mailing list to be notified when the Calls are released.
Our Grant Programs
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Farmer Rancher Grant Program
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Professional Development Grant Program
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Research and Education Grant Program
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Partnership Grant Program
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Youth Educator Grant Program
a competitive grant program for youth educators to encourage youth to try sustainable practices
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Graduate Student Grant Program
a competitive grant program to fund graduate student projects
What is Sustainable Agriculture?
How do we produce and distribute food, fuel, and fiber sustainably? While every strategy varies, SARE embraces three broad goals: economic viability 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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NCR-SARE's Grant How-To Video Series
This NCR-SARE Grant How-To Video Series aims to help more people feel equipped to apply for a SARE grant.
View the VideosNEW RESOURCES
- 2024-2025 Cover Crop Survey Results
- NCR-SARE's Grant How-To Video Series
- DIY Roller Crimper Plans
- HenPen Sliding Fence Guide for Pasture Poulty
- Beekeeping in Northern Climates Manual and Workbook
- The New Growers’ Guide to Producing Organic Food-Grade Grains in The Upper Midwest
- Midwestern Hemp Database
- Tarping to Improve Weed Management and Reduce Tillage in Vegetable Systems
- Forest Farming in Missouri An Overview of the Production of Non-Timber Forest Products
NCR-SARE News
NCR-SARE's 2025 Heroes: Jack Erisman and Edgar Hicks
Jack Erisman and Edgar Hicks have been named the 2025 Heroes.
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.
The journey through this SARE grant project has been enlightening and transformative for our farm operation. These learnings are not just pivotal for our operation but also hold valuable insight for the broader farming community, emphasizing the role of grants like SARE in fostering innovation and collective growth in sustainable agriculture.
