Farmer Rancher Grant Eligibility Quiz

Is Your Project Idea a Good Fit for an NCR-SARE Farmer Rancher Grant?

NCR-SARE's Farmer Rancher Grants Program supports farmers and ranchers who want to explore sustainable solutions through on-farm research, demonstration, and education projects.

Review the basics of the grant, then take the quiz to find out.

DeadlineEarly December
Who's eligibleFarmers and Ranchers in the North Central region - Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin
Funding amountsUp to $15,000 or $30,000
Grant goalsThis grant helps farmers and ranchers explore innovative ideas and share what they learn with others. Farmers and ranchers can explore regenerative solutions through on-farm research or demonstration/education projects.
Allowable expensesExpenses directly related to the research, demonstration, or education project (examples: labor, supplies, travel, data collection, field days, or other costs needed to carry out the project). Details are in the Budget section in the Call for Proposals.
Unallowable expensesThis grant CANNOT fund day-to-day farming expenses, purchasing land, or business startup costs. Details are in the Budget section in the Call for Proposals.
SubmitOnline at projects.sare.org