Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education

Department Of Agriculture, National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

The purpose of the SARE program, under assistance listing 10.215, is to encourage research and extension projects designed to increase knowledge concerning agricultural production systems that: (1) maintain and enhance the quality and productivity of the soil; (2) conserve soil, water, energy, natural resources, and fish and wildlife habitat; (3) maintain and enhance the quality of surface and ground water; (4) protect the health and safety of persons involved in the food and farm system; (

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Helps institutions coordinate sustainable agriculture research and education efforts across the U.S. Provides support for regional and national program management.

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Funding
$2 - $140,000,000
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Agriculture, Food & Fisheries
Organization
Department Of Agriculture, National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

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What Is This Program?

Through this Assistance Listing, NIFA solicits under the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program (SARE) from institutions to serve as a: 1.) Regional Host Institution (RHI) or as the 2.) National Reporting, Coordinating, and Communications Office (NRCCO). This RFA is to select the institution that will serve as a SARE Regional Host Institution (RHI) (one in each of the four regions) and the institution that will serve as the National Reporting, Coordinating, and Communications Office (NRCCO) for the program.

What Benefits Are Offered?

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Provides competitive grant funding for research and education initiatives focused on developing and implementing sustainable agriculture and ranching practices and systems.

Who Is Eligible?

Industries: agriculture, farming, ranching, food systems, environmental science

Region: United States

Other Criteria: Applicants typically include research institutions, universities, and non-profit organizations (inferred from program type 'Research and Education' and general NIFA eligibility criteria)., Projects must align with the definition of sustainable agriculture: integrated plant and animal production practices that satisfy human food and fiber needs, enhance environmental quality, make efficient use of nonrenewable and on-farm resources, sustain economic viability of farm operations, and enhance quality of life for farmers and society as a whole.

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This program offers funding up to $140,000,000 (minimum $2).

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