Deadline: 13 November 2015
The Southern Region Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education (SARE) is currently inviting applications for its On-Farm research grant programme which recognizes the value and importance of on-farm research in developing sustainable solutions to agricultural production problems.
The Programme also offers funding opportunities to Extension specialists, Natural Resources Conservation Service personnel, university researchers and non-governmental organizations that currently work with farmers and conduct on-farm research with at least one farmer/rancher cooperator.
Program Objective
- On-Farm Research Grant proposals must include at least one farmer/rancher project cooperator and the project must be conducted on that cooperator’s farm.
- Successful proposals include clear goals and objectives, and outreach plans; all related to sustainable agriculture projects.
- On-Farm Research Grant projects should be innovative, generate results that are useful beyond one year, and produce information that many farmers can use.
Grant & Duration
Project maximum for On-Farm Research Grants is $15,000 for up to two years of research. SSARE funds about 6 proposals each year. Funds maybe used for the following purposes:
- Costs of sampling and sample analysis,
- Materials and supplies needed for the project,
- Outreach expenses, such as holding a field day,
- Travel needed for the project,
- Hired labor, including farmer/rancher labor beyond their normal farming duties,
- Refreshments at educational events, such as field days.
Eligibility Criteria
- Agricultural professionals who currently and regularly work with farmers and ranchers are eligible to apply.
- These can be Extension specialists, university researchers, NRCS, NGOs, or other organizations. Projects must be conducted on farm.
How to Apply
Applicants apply online through the website.
For more information, please visit Research Grants Programme.
