North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program

PURPOSE: Develop educators (agriculture educators in the Cooperative Extension Service, NRCS, other governmental agencies, etc.) with knowledge of sustainable agriculture and the motivation to work in partnership with farmers, ranchers and the general public on programs to enhance the sustainability of communities and the food and agricultural system.

Projects can be up to three years in direction. The funding level is capped at $75,000 per project. The application is a two step process. Only selected pre-proposals will submit full proposals. More information available at: http://www.northcentralsare.org/Grants/Our-Grant-Programs/Professional-Development-Grant-Program

DEADLINE: May 16, 2012 for Pre-proposals