Agricultural grant

Apply for Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Grants

This helper is tailored to USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture, the program requirements on file, and the documents listed for this grant.

Max award

$400,000

Deadline

December 31, 2026

Agency

USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Source

federal funding

What this application should emphasize

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Connect the project to farm viability, conservation, food systems, or rural economic impact.
Include acreage, production data, equipment needs, or operating history when relevant.
Eligibility varies by SARE region and grant type
Eligible applicants may include farmers, ranchers, researchers, educators, graduate students, nonprofit organizations, or other applicants specified by the regional grant program

Preparation

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Required Forms & Documents

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Required Documents

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Project proposal

Budget

Applicant and collaborator information

Additional attachments required by the specific region and grant type

Application Questions

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