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northcentral.sare.org news ncr-sares-2021-graduate-student-awards NCR-SARE's 2021 Graduate Student Awards
24 projects were awarded a total of more than $347,000 through the 2021 Graduate Student Grant Program.
northcentral.sare.org news new-issue-of-field-notes-newsletter New Issue of Field Notes Newsletter
In the current issue of Field Notes, see how a Wisconsin organic apple orchard tackled Canada thistle, an Ohio beekeeper’s ergonomic hive alternative, an Indiana grower’s improved method for washing salad greens, a Kansas farmer’s no-till heirloom blue corn variety experiment, a new resource about adult learning styles, and more!
www.sare.org news sare-welcomes-new-associate-director-dr-kristy-borrelli SARE Welcomes New Associate Director Dr. Kristy Borrelli
The Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program (SARE) is pleased to announce that Dr. Kristy Borrelli has been hired to serve as its new associate director.
www.sare.org news sare-video-dives-into-the-economics-of-sustainable-ag SARE Video Dives into the Economics of Sustainable Agriculture
While most agricultural profit models focus on maximizing yields in the short term, sustainable strategies prioritize profitable returns over the long term. SARE’s "The Economics of Sustainable Agriculture" animation describes how practices such as crop rotation and reduced tillage can improve an operation's bottom line sustainably. The newest episode in SARE’s “What is Sustainable Agriculture?” series provides […]
www.sare.org news updated-building-soils-for-better-crops-focuses-on-soil-health-fundamentals Updated Building Soils for Better Crops Focuses on Soil Health Fundamentals
SARE’s newest book, the fourth edition of Building Soils for Better Crops, provides rich detail on ecologically sound practices for developing and maintaining healthy soils. It is a must-read for farmers, educators and students alike.
www.sare.org news new-sare-bulletin-highlights-best-practices-for-adult-learning New SARE Bulletin Highlights Best Practices for Adult Learning
Studies show that farmers learn best through in-person, face-to-face educational programs. But learning opportunities often miss the mark due to content choice, disorganization or lack of understanding of participants' learning styles. Educators that use best adult learning practices have a greater effect on participants’ learning and retention, and empower farmers to make sustainable changes to […]
www.sare.org news water-management-addressed-in-new-sare-video Water Management Addressed in New SARE Video
SARE's "Water Conservation" animation illustrates how efficient water management can help farmers and ranchers increase the resilience of their operations while improving the health of their crops and livestock.
northcentral.sare.org news ncr-sare-heroes-paula-ford-and-rebecca-and-jim-goodman NCR-SARE Heroes: Paula Ford and Rebecca and Jim Goodman
Read about Paula Ford and Jim and Rebecca Goodman, the 2021 NCR-SARE Heroes.
www.sare.org news new-sustainable-grazing-and-pasture-management-video-from-sare New “Sustainable Grazing and Pasture Management” Video from SARE
“Sustainable Grazing and Pasture Management,” the sixth video in SARE’s “What is Sustainable Agriculture?” series shows how farmers can improve soil health and plant vigor by focusing on the health of their pastures and rangelands. This simple animation is a great introduction to the basic principles of sustainable livestock management and is intended to complement […]
northcentral.sare.org news ncr-sares-2021-youth-educator-grants NCR-SARE's 2021 Youth Educator Grants
For the 2021 Youth Educator Grant Program, NCR-SARE awarded more than $60,000 to 16 projects.
northcentral.sare.org news ncr-sares-2021-farmer-rancher-grants NCR-SARE's 2021 Farmer Rancher Grants
For the 2021 Farmer Rancher Grant Program, 58 grant projects were selected to receive more than $709,000.
www.sare.org news new-sare-video-ecological-pest-management New SARE Video "Ecological Pest Management"
SARE's new “Ecological Pest Management” animation highlights how farmers can use natural principles to control pests and improve the health and productivity of their production systems. The fifth episode in SARE's "What is Sustainable Agriculture?" series introduces key components of ecological pest management and is intended to complement more detailed training materials. Ecological pest management strategies […]
www.sare.org news new-sare-video-centers-on-social-sustainability New SARE Video Centers on Social Sustainability
SARE's new "Social Sustainability" animation addresses the importance of human resilience, success and fulfillment in sustainable agriculture. The fourth episode in SARE’s “What is Sustainable Agriculture?” series introduces key components of social sustainability in agriculture and illustrates strategies that can help farmers and ranchers succeed. Agriculture is a dangerous and demanding way of life, and […]
www.sare.org news associate-director SARE Seeks Applications for Associate Director Position
The University of Maryland seeks an Associate Director for the National Reporting, Coordination and Communications Office (NRCCO) of the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program. This Associate Director position is appropriate for both experienced and early career professionals. See https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/82240 for a full job description, responsibilities, qualifications and application guidelines. Submit applications by the […]
www.sare.org news new-conservation-tillage-and-soil-health-video-from-sare New "Conservation Tillage and Soil Health" Video from SARE
The newest episode of SARE’s “What is Sustainable Agriculture?” animation series illustrates how many producers are retiring conventional tillage equipment and turning to conservation tillage to improve soil health and productivity. “Conservation Tillage and Soil Health” provides a short, animated outline of the basic principles of conservation tillage that can be used to introduce or […]
northcentral.sare.org news ncr-sare-announces-2021-partnership-grants NCR-SARE's 2021 Partnership Grants
For the 2021 Partnership Grant Program, NCR-SARE awarded more than $638,000 to 16 projects.
www.sare.org news new-cover-crops-and-soil-health-video-from-sare New “Cover Crops and Soil Health” Video from SARE
The newest episode of SARE’s "What is Sustainable Agriculture" animation series illustrates how producers can use cover crops to improve productivity and sustainability. In just a few short minutes, “Cover Crops and Soil Health” outlines how cover crops can build soil structure, protect water quality, suppress pests and improve a farm's bottom line. Combining cover […]
northcentral.sare.org news animated-videos-for-sustainable-agriculture Sustainable Agriculture Videos
SARE's animated video series highlights some common practices farmers and ranchers across the country use to improve profitability, quality of life, and environmental stewardship.
www.sare.org news what-is-sustainable-agriculture What is Sustainable Agriculture?
Farmers and researchers are working together to develop and implement agricultural practices that increase profitability, quality of life and environmental stewardship. SARE's new series of short animated videos illustrate how producers can improve the success and health of their farms by implementing sustainable practices. The eight “What is Sustainable Agriculture?” videos are useful and engaging […]
www.sare.org news sares-smart-water-use-bulletin-highlights-sustainable-water-management SARE’s Smart Water Use Bulletin Highlights Sustainable Water Management
Smart Water Use on Your Farm or Ranch is available for free in print and for download; it is particularly useful to farmers and educators considering innovative approaches to agricultural water use.