Western SARE provides funding in seven grant programs.
- Please read each grant's specific Calls for Proposals.
- View our Application and Award Life Cycle Flowchart to better understand about applying for and managing a Western SARE grant.
- You'll apply online, and staff are available to help.
- Not sure which grant is right for you? Review this infographic to help you decide which of our grant programs is the best fit!
- Before reaching out with questions about a specific grant program, please review who is the best person to contact. If you don't know the specific grant program, please email wsare-info@sare.org for more assistance.
Please note that awards provided under these Calls are contingent upon USDA-NIFA authorizing the funding to our Host Institution, Montana State University.
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Visiting Research & Education
The Visiting Research and Education Program provides an opportunity for researchers around the world to partner with farmers, ranchers, agricultural professionals, and other researchers in conducting research, education, and Extension activities. *(formerly Sabbatical program)
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Graduate Student
The Graduate Student Research & Education Program involves Masters or Ph.D students leading a team that includes their major professor and a producer(s) to test, apply, and share new ideas for sustainable farming and ranching.
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Professional + Producer
The Professional + Producer Program provides opportunities to agricultural professionals partnering with farmers/ranchers to test, apply, and share new ideas.
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Farmer/Rancher
The Farmer/Rancher Program funds research and outreach led by farmers and ranchers themselves to advance innovative solutions.
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Professional Development
The Professional Development Program advances education and outreach strategies for professionals and educators who work directly with farmers and ranchers.
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Local Education & Demonstration
The Local Education and Demonstration Program provides grants that create outreach activities based on previously funded SARE research projects.
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Research and Education Pre-Proposal
The Research & Education Program involves scientists, agricultural producers, and others using interdisciplinary approaches to advance sustainable agriculture through innovative research and outreach.
