North Central SARE strengthens communities, increases producers' economic viability, and improves the environment through grants and education.
Learn more about our grantsNOTE: We will release the Calls for Proposals for the Partnership, Professional Development, Farmer Rancher, and Research and Education grant programs by mid-October. The Youth Educator Grant Program will open in January. Subscribe to our mailing list to be notified when the Calls are released.
Our Grant Programs
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Partnership Grant Program
A competitive grant program for cooperative projects between agriculture professionals and small groups of farmers and ranchers. Proposals are due November 20 by 4pm Central.
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Professional Development Grant Program
A competitive grant program for training agricultural educators in extension, Natural Resources Conservation Service, private, and not-for-profit sectors. Proposals are due November 5 by 4pm Central.
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Farmer Rancher Grant Program
A competitive grants program for farmers and ranchers. Proposals are due December 4 by 4pm Central.
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Research and Education Grant Program
A competitive grant program for researchers and educators. Preproposals are due December 4, 2025 by 4pm.
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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
- Guide: Farming into the Future by Centering Farmworkers
- Groundwork: A Practical Guide to Sustainable Pasture, Poultry & Orchards in Missouri
- Soils: A Practical Guide for Organic Farmers and Gardeners
- 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
- 2024-2025 Cover Crop Survey Results
- DIY Roller Crimper Plans
- HenPen Sliding Fence Guide for Pasture Poulty
- Beekeeping in Northern Climates Manual and Guide
- The New Growers’ Guide to Producing Organic Food-Grade Grains in The Upper Midwest
- Midwestern Hemp Database
NCR-SARE News
Apply for a Research and Education Grant
Preproposals are due December 4, 2025 by 4pm Central.
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.
