What's Happening?
The Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Farmer/Rancher Grant Program is providing direct funding to farmers and ranchers to test innovative ideas and share solutions within their communities. The Organic Farming Research Foundation has
released a new toolkit to help organic and transitioning-to-organic producers access these grants. The program aims to empower farmers to lead experiments and observations on their land, fostering confidence and driving progress in the organic farming movement. By supporting farmer-led trials, SARE encourages practical innovation that can be shared across the agricultural community.
Why It's Important?
The SARE Farmer/Rancher Grant Program plays a crucial role in advancing sustainable agriculture by funding on-farm innovation. By enabling farmers to experiment and share successful practices, the program helps improve organic farming methods and increase productivity. This initiative supports the growth of the organic farming sector, which is vital for environmental sustainability and food security. By providing resources and support, SARE helps farmers transition to organic practices, contributing to the broader adoption of sustainable agriculture across the U.S.
