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Nebraska Ranch Enhances Winter Livestock Feeding with Fodder System
Near Omaha, Nebraska, Bill Alward received SARE support to incorporate a fodder system on his small integrated livestock operation.
Hybrid Tractor Combines Efficiency and Reliability
Robert Braun received a SARE grant to research and demonstrate a hybrid dual-fuel tractor conversion on his Wisconsin farm.
Exploring the Potential of Cover Crop Grazing in Kansas
Cover Crop Grazing: temporary electric cross fencing was used to control grazing areas and was moved regularly in an on-farm cover crop grazing intensity study in Kansas. Photos courtesy of Logan Simon.
Growing Peaches in Minnesota: A Cold-Climate Success Story
With support from a SARE grant, Dan Sheild developed a peach-growing system tailored to Minnesota’s harsh winters.
SARE's Food Loss and Waste Projects
Organizations across the food supply chain received funding to tackle food waste and educate diverse audiences on reduction strategies.
Less Food Waste, More Family Meals: Encouraging Shared Mealtime in Missouri
This SARE project in Kansas City aims to double prepared food donations from the food service sector, validating ReFED data and creating a playbook to help other cities turn surplus food into meals for families.
Reducing Food Waste and Enhancing Specialty Crop Farm Viability in Minnesota
The Good Acre is tackling food waste with farmer support, buyer education, and a 'seconds' market—boosting food access and helping small produce farms thrive.
Milk Waste Reduction Strategies in Childcare Centers in Illinois
Over 66% of U.S. preschoolers attend childcare daily, but up to 40% of milk served is wasted. A new study in Illinois childcare centers aims to reduce this waste through the CACFP program.
Good Food Belongs to the People of Southwest Ohio
Last Mile in Ohio rescues fresh food to fight waste and feed those in need, aiming to save 6 million pounds annually while raising regional awareness on food waste prevention.
Producer Partnerships Demonstrate the Benefits of Integrated Systems: Increased Profits and Soil Health
A recent North Central SARE Research and Education grant in Kansas demonstrated how integrating crops, livestock and cover crops could help some producers offset revenue loss and failing crops.
PRAIRIE Inspires Youth with Multicultural Food Pathway Program
In the heart of Minnesota's vibrant Red River Valley, the nonprofit organization PRAIRIE is leading the charge in nurturing the next generation of small-scale farmers. Verna Kragnes and Rick Hall founded PRAIRIE, short for Prairie Rose Agricultural Institute for Research, Innovation & Education, which has become a beacon of opportunity for aspiring farmers. Offering a […]
Shedding Light on Ranchers’ Views of Grassland Conservation Payments in Nebraska
University of Nebraska doctoral candidate Kyle Martens found many ranchers are willing to use grazing practices that promote biodiversity.
Bringing Nutritious Options to Food Deserts in Indiana
Legacy Taste of the Garden is a farm outside of Lyle's Station, Indiana that provides education and outreach to BIPOC producers across Indiana.
An Outreach Toolkit for Conservation
A new toolkit is available for conservation professionals to use in planning and executing conservation outreach from the National Wildlife Federation.
New Podcast Series Explores “The Art of Climate Dialogue”
A new podcast series out of Iowa features conversations with farmers, artists, researchers, and activists discussing climate and agriculture in Iowa.
The Oneida Nation Community Composting Project
The Oneida Community Integrated Food System program has been working to develop a community composting education project to improve the soil at Oneida Nation’s Tsyunhehkwa farm and community plots and gardens.
The Commercial Potential of Mulberries in the Midwest
Weston Lombard has successfully incorporated mulberries into the agroforestry system on his farm, where harvested leaves and dropped fruit provide excellent forage for chickens and hogs.
From the Earth: Advancing Food Sovereignty with the Stockbridge-Munsee Community
With their From the Earth project, Tribal growers and educators with the Stockbridge-Munsee Community are increasing access to traditional foods using sustainable growing methods.
Goats Adapt to Virtual Fencing
Allysse Sorensen has been experimenting with virtual fencing for targeted grazing with goats.
Generating Income from Pollinator Habitat on an Urban Farm
Mark Brannen of Benson Bounty in Omaha, Neb., used a SARE Farmer Rancher grant to establish native plant habitat on his 0.75-acre urban farm and assess what revenue stream he could get by selling cut flowers.