Press Releases
Managing Cover Crops Profitably and Building Soils for Better Crops Now Available as Free eBooks
12/20/2016
SARE's popular Managing Cover Crops Profitably and Building Soils for Better Crops are now available in free eBbook formats.
2016 Index Published
12/14/2016
Southern SARE's annual report of grant-funded sustainable ag projects throughout the Southern region.
Systems Research Handbook: Innovative Solutions to Complex Challenges
11/30/2016
Systems Research for Agriculture provides the theories and tools that researchers and producers need to plan, design and implement interdisciplinary systems research projects that advance sustainable agroecosystems.
James Harrison Hill, Sr. Book Scholarship Awarded to Agriculture Student
11/18/2016
Agriculture education major is the first award recipient.
Investing in the Next Generation of Agricultural Scientists
The SARE Graduate Student Grant Program
Type: National SARE Promotional Product
Sustainable solutions to today's agricultural challenges arise when scientists, educators and producers work together to test theories in real-world, on-farm situations. For this approach itself to be sustainable, there must be opportunities for the next generation of agricultural scientists to use collaborative, applied research to address the real-world needs of farmers and ranchers. The SARE Graduate Student grant program is one such opportunity—since 2000, the program has supported the work of 600 master's and Ph.D. students.
Southern SARE Welcomes New Limited-Resource/Minority Farmer Outreach Specialist
09/29/2016
The specialist works in close liaison with limited-resource farmers and organizations, and 1890 Land-Grant institutions.
Nominations for Southern SARE Administrative Council NGO Member Requested
09/13/2016
Nomination deadline is January 27, 2017.
Nominations for Southern SARE Administrative Council Producer Member Requested
09/13/2016
Nomination deadline is January 27, 2017.
Southern SARE On-Farm Research Grant Calls for Proposals Released
09/06/2016
Ag professionals and farmers collaborate on on-farm research projects.
Southern SARE Producer Grant Calls for Proposals Released
09/06/2016
Producer Grants are used by farmers and ranchers to address ag production and marketing challenges.
Students Study Sustainable Agriculture Through SSARE Youth Grants Program
08/23/2016
Engaging youth in the collegiate process and encouraging a sustainable ag focus.
Graduate Student Sustainable Agriculture Projects for FY2016 Announced
08/02/2016
Funded projects include silvopasture, cover crops, pest management, and aquaculture.
Principles of Sustainable Agriculture
07/01/2016
A study from University of Florida identified principles that tend to make a farmer a role model in sustainable ag practices.
Alabama High Tunnel iBook Now Available for Free
06/27/2016
Alabama's High Tunnel Production Handbook free to download as an iBook.
SSARE Funds Research & Education Grants for FY2016
06/21/2016
SSARE awards over $1.9 million to further sustainable ag research.
Cover Crops Can Help Control Pests by Fostering Natural Enemies
05/23/2016
The study by USDA-ARS explores more sustainable methods of pest management than insecticide use.
Prototype Farm Machine Expands Applications in Organic Vegetable Crop Production
05/12/2016
Low-cost mechanization addresses challenges growers face in producing and marketing organic vegetables.
Compost Made with Freshwater Fish Improves Vegetable Yields Based on South Carolina Farmer Study
04/21/2016
Compost made from freshwater fish performs just as well as compost made from saltwater fish.
Grant Projects Focusing on Training Programs for Ag Professionals Funded for FY2016
04/15/2016
Professional Development Program Grants provide sustainable ag education and outreach strategies.
Artificial Light Sources in Chicken Houses Increase Egg Laying in Hens During Fall and Winter
Type: Southern SARE From the Field Profile
Artificial light added to coops mimics long days during periods of decreasing daylight.
Breeding Organic Corn Varieties to Resist GMO Contamination
Type: Southern SARE From the Field Profile
Breeders with the University of Tennessee are developing organic corn varieties that cannot be contaminated by GMO corn (genetically modified organisms) via cross-pollination.
SSARE and Fort Valley State University Offering Book Scholarship in Memory of James Hill
03/25/2016
The James Harrison Hill, Sr. Book Scholarship provides a $500 award to a needs-based student interested in sustainable agriculture.
Nominations for Southern SARE Administrative Council Producer Member Requested
03/09/2016
We are seeking a producer to fill a vacancy on our Administrative Council.
Professional Development Program Grants Now Being Accepted
03/07/2016
Application deadline for pre-proposals is 11:59 p.m. EST, June 3, 2016.
Southern SARE Releases 2017 Research & Education Grants Call for Proposals
03/07/2016
Application deadline to submit a pre-proposal is 5 p.m. EST on June 3, 2016.
2016 Southern SARE Producer Grants Funded
03/01/2016
Over $75,000 in grants have been funded for farmers to further sustainable ag practices across the Southern region.
On-Farm Research Grant Awards Announced for FY2016
03/01/2016
Southern SARE funds On-Farm Research Grant projects, totaling $117,772.
Southern Region Cover Crop Conference Set for July 18-19, 2016
02/12/2016
Mark your calendar for a two-day comprehensive cover crop conference for the South.
2016 Graduate Student Grant Call for Proposals Now Open
02/04/2016
Application deadline is May 6, 2016 at 5 p.m. EST.
UGA Studying Biocontrol Method to Control Cucurbit Diseases
01/27/2016
Some species of naturally occurring bacteria can reduce the spread of bacterial fruit blotch.
Expanding the IPM Toolbox to Fight Spotted Wing Drosophila
01/22/2016
University of Florida researchers identify additional IPM techniques.
Remembering James Hill
01/08/2016
2015 Index Published
12/21/2015
Southern SARE's annual report of grant-funded sustainable ag projects throughout the Southern region.
Sustainable Methods to Control Mexican Bean Beetle in Snap Beans
12/11/2015
Researchers at Virginia Tech studied cultural control strategies to manage Mexican bean beetle in snap beans.
Producing Mushrooms on 100 Percent Waste Substrates
10/23/2015
A mushroom production and supply facility has had success in growing tree oysters on 100 percent waste stream substrates in a closed loop system.
Cover Crops Effective in Controlling Bermudagrass in Organic Production
10/21/2015
Georgia farmers find cover crops are an effective means of controlling bermudagrass in organic vegetable production.
SSARE Producer Grant Calls for Proposals Released
09/02/2015
Application deadline is 5 p.m. EST, Nov. 13. 2015.
SSARE On-Farm Research Grant Calls for Proposals Released
09/02/2015
Application deadline is 5 p.m. EST, Nov. 13, 2015.
Nominations for Southern SARE Administrative Council Producer Member Requested
08/28/2015
Nomination deadline is November 15, 2015.
Nominations for Southern SARE Administrative Council NGO Member Requested
08/28/2015
Nomination deadline is November 15, 2015.
Students Study Sustainable Agriculture through SSARE Young Scholar Grants Program
08/27/2015
Young Scholar Enhancement Grants program allows youth to partner with researchers on sustainable ag projects.
Graduate Student Sustainable Agriculture Projects for FY2015 Announced
08/24/2015
Projects funded include research on pollinators, high tunnels, trap cropping, Farm to School, and cover crops.
Projects Funded on Local/Regional Food Systems in the Southern Region
08/17/2015
Special grant focuses on the impacts of local/regional food systems on sustainable ag.
Integrating Perennial Peanut into Grass Pastures
07/29/2015
Integrating rhizoma peanut into bahiagrass pastures can almost double livestock performance, compared to bahiagrass alone.
Survey Shows Expanded Acreage and Yield Boost from Cover Crops
07/22/2015
A national survey of farmers has shown that cover crops improve crop yields while providing a host of other benefits.
SARE Develops Bulletin on Cover Crops
07/22/2015
The resource is a companion to the Cover Crop Topic Room and provides invaluable information on utilizing cover crops in ag production.
Native Bees of the Southeast Represented in New Website
07/22/2015
Over 20,000 bee specimens -- and counting -- listed in new website developed by Georgia Gwinnett College.
SSARE Seeking Producer Nominations for Administrative Council
06/22/2015
Nomination deadline is July 15, 2015
Artificial Nest Sites Boost Native Bees in Apple Orchards
06/03/2015
Results promising for producers looking to native bee species to pollinate crops.
Topic Room: SARE resources on pollinators
05/18/2015
Southern SARE has developed a topic room that includes a collection of educational materials on pollinators.
SSARE NGO Nominations for Administrative Council Extended
05/14/2015
SSARE NGO nominations to serve on the AC have been extended to June 19, 2015.
Net Houses Help Farmers in the Fight Against Pests
04/14/2015
Net house technology reduces insect pressure on vegetable crops in high tunnels.
Southern SARE Awards Professional Development Program Grants
04/09/2015
The train-the-trainer program includes such funded topics as renewable energy, row crop irrigation management, and local food systems.
Southern SARE Awards Research & Education Grants
04/03/2015
New Research & Education Grants include expanding markets for value-added products in Texas, pawpaw production in Kentucky, and cover crops as forages in Louisiana.
Collection of Educational Resources on Aquaculture Developed from Decades of SARE-funded Research
03/31/2015
A topic room on aquaculture, aquaponics and aquatic products.
Southern SARE Professional Development Program Grants Now Being Accepted
03/19/2015
Application deadline for our "train-the-trainer" program is June 1, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
Southern SARE Releases Research & Education Grants Calls for Proposals for FY2015
03/19/2015
Projects should focus on sustainable agriculture based on a systems approach to research.
Southern SARE Releases Special Grant Call Focusing on Local and Regional Food Systems
03/19/2015
A special grant call to fund research on local and regional food systems across the Southern region is now available.
Southern SARE Funds Producer Grants for FY2014
03/06/2015
Projects include production of hops, fish composting, and production and marketing of pumpkin seed oil.
Southern SARE On-Farm Research Grants Funded for FY2014
03/06/2015
Grant projects include cover crops, mushroom production and native bee habitats.
SSARE State Coordinator Honored for Contributions to Local, Sustainable Agriculture
03/02/2015
Julia Gaskin was presented with the Georgia Organics Land Steward Award during the Georgia Organics Conference.
Southern SARE Seeking NGO Nominations for Administrative Council
02/23/2015
We are seeking to fill an NGO seat on our Administrative Council. Nominate yourself or someone else by May 1, 2015.
Arkansas Study Finding Ways to Integrate Poultry with Pasture Species and Agroforestry Production
02/17/2015
With the right tools, farmers can successfully incorporate poultry into free-range, multi-species pasture or agroforestry production.
2015 Graduate Student Grant Calls for Proposals Now Open
02/03/2015
The 2015 Graduate Student Grant Calls for Proposals are now open. Graduate Student Grants are for Master's and Ph.D. students interested in conducting sustainable agriculture research.
2014 Index Published
12/16/2014
Southern SARE's annual report of grant-funded sustainable ag projects throughout the Southern region.
25 Years of SARE: Report on Project Funding: Covering 25 years of allocation of grant funds and grant types in the Southern region
11/17/2014
A report providing a brief look at the Southern region SARE grants portfolio that has been built between 1988-2013.
Intensive Crop Rotations with Cover Crops Give a Boost to High-Value Cash Crops in Organic Production
11/03/2014
Rotations increase yields, control pests and diseases, improve crop quality, and build soil.
Stink Bug Pest a Challenge to Control Sustainably, But Strategies Exist
10/06/2014
Virginia Tech IPM research opens the doors for future management approaches.
Pollinator Short Course Coming to Virginia Nov. 20
10/01/2014
Xerces Society pollinator short courses promote pollinator conservation.
Native Warm Season Grasses Diversify Livestock Grazing/Support Biodiversity
09/26/2014
Mississippi State University researchers studied the role of native warm season grasses in grazing and conservation.
Graduate Student Sustainable Agriculture Projects for FY2014 Announced
09/15/2014
Graduate Student Grants for FY2014 funded.
Southern SARE Producer Grant Calls for Proposals Released
09/04/2014
The Calls for Proposals for the 2014 Producer Grants are now open.
Southern SARE On-Farm Research Grant Calls for Proposals Released
09/04/2014
The Calls for Proposals for the 2014 On-Farm Research Grants are now open.
Biocontrol Methods for Protecting Honeybees Against Pests
08/12/2014
Effective biocontrol methods proven alternatives to insecticides, based on Florida A&M study.
Students Conduct Sustainable Ag Research through SSARE Youth Grants Program
08/08/2014
The goal is to engage youth in the collegiate process and encourage pursuit of college degrees emphasizing sustainable agriculture.
North Carolina Land Trust Helping Beginning Farmers in an Effort that Blends Conservation with Sustainable Ag
07/24/2014
The effort prepares beginning farmers for successful farm management and ownership.
Using Cover Crops for Pest Management on Small Farms
06/27/2014
University of Florida Extension study looking at how cover crops help manage insect pests.
Black Soldier Fly Integral Component of Sustainable Ag at Georgia Farm
06/13/2014
White Oak Pastures is using black soldier flies to create value-added on-farm products.
Native Grasses Good Food Sources for Livestock; Perform Best as Grazing Forages
06/06/2014
Benefits of native grasses include higher yields, higher nutritional value, less fertilizer use.
UGA to Develop Best Practices Model for Georgia Food Hubs with SARE Grant
05/08/2014
Anthropologist developing guidelines for successful food hubs.
Xerces Society Offering Pollinator Short Course in South Carolina in June
04/29/2014
SSARE-supported program promotes pollinator conservation.
Xerces Society Offering Pollinator Short Courses in Virginia in May
04/29/2014
SSARE-supported programs promote pollinator conservation.
UGA Researcher Studying Durana White Clover as Living Mulch in Corn Fields
04/24/2014
A UGA scientist hopes to help lower the cost of nitrogen fertilizer by planting clover and corn together.
Finding a Fit for Native Pollinators in North Florida Sustainable Farm Management
04/07/2014
University of Florida ecologists are studying how natural landscapes and on-farm vegetation contribute to native bee populations.
Southern SARE Announces Funding of Professional Development Program Grants
03/28/2014
SSARE's PDP grants provide training opportunities for ag professionals.
Southern SARE Announces New Research & Education Grants Projects
03/19/2014
Research projects include silvopasture, food hubs, and meat goats.
2014 Professional Development Program Call for Pre-Proposals Now Being Accepted
03/14/2014
Application deadline is June 2, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
Herbal Treatments Effective in Treating or Preventing Mastitis in Dairy Cattle
03/11/2014
Based on limited results of a NCSU study, herbal alternatives are just as effective as conventional antibiotics.
Xerces Society Pollinator Short Courses Coming to Mississippi in April
03/11/2014
Short courses draw attention to declining populations of pollinators and promote conservation.
Research & Education Grants Calls for Proposals for FY2014 Now Open
03/03/2014
Application deadline for our flagship grants program is 11:59 p.m. EST on June 2, 2104.
SSARE On-Farm Research Grants Funded for FY2013
02/26/2014
Projects include cover crops, pollinator habitats, pecan nurseries, and tomato grafting.
2013 Southern SARE Producer Grants Funded
02/19/2014
Over $90,000 in grants awarded to farmers/ranchers to conduct sustainable ag research.
2014 Graduate Student Grant Calls for Proposals Now Open
02/03/2014
Application deadline to submit a grant is May 5, 2014 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
Looking for the Right Bee for Your Apple Orchards? Say Hello to the Native Mining Bee
01/21/2014
Georgia Gwinnett College researchers say the mining bee is the perfect "apple bee."
Xerces Society North Carolina Pollinator Short Course Coming in March
01/14/2014
The short course, funded through SSARE, promotes pollinator conservation.
Cover Crops and Soil Health Forums to Take Place This Winter at Hundreds of Locations Nationwide
01/10/2014
On Feb. 18, you are invited to attend a free, live broadcast of the National Conference on Cover Crops and Soil Health and discuss how to build soil health, improve yields, curb erosion, manage pests and build resilience in your farming system.
2013 Index Published
01/08/2014
Southern SARE's annual report of grant-funded sustainable ag projects throughout the Southern region.
SARE Professional Development Program Grantee Accepts Secretary's Honor Award
12/20/2013
Third Thursday Thing program recognized by USDA for enhancing economic vitality and quality of life in rural America.
Xerces Society Alabama Pollinator Short Course Coming in January
12/17/2013
The short course, funded through SSARE, promotes pollinator conservation.
Goat Handbook Available on Sustainable Year-Round Forage Production
12/13/2013
A handbook for training field Extension, technical assistance personnel and mentor farmers.
Cover Crops + Conservation Tillage Improve Sweet Potato Production, Study Finds
12/11/2013
Cover crops helps promote land stewardship and reduce input costs.
Plant Biodiversity Increases Yields in Organic Intercropping System, Study Finds
12/06/2013
Crops with different functional roles work together for the benefit of the entire cropping system.
The Right Habitat, Food Source Keys to Supporting Populations of Beneficial Insect
11/07/2013
NCSU researchers identify preferences of parasitic wasp -- a promising biological control of stinkbugs.
Farm to School Profile: More Arkansas Schoolchildren Enjoying Local Foods
10/02/2013
October is National Farm to School Month.
Biological Control Successful in Managing Invasive Shrub in Texas
09/23/2013
Leaf beetles defoliate saltcedar trees, conserving forages and water resources on Texas ranches.
Southern SARE Co-sponsoring Florida Organic Farm Tour, November 3
09/20/2013
Tour part of the ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meetings in Tampa, FL.
Expanding the Local Food System in Georgia
09/12/2013
Northern Georgia conference connects stakeholders, advocates in fast-growing sustainable ag industry.
Nominations for Southern SARE Administrative Council Producer Member Requested
09/05/2013
Nomination deadline: November 18, 2013.
Graduate Student Sustainable Ag Projects for FY2013 Announced
09/04/2013
Cover crops, IPM, and aquaponics are just a few of the projects funded.
Southern SARE On-Farm Research Grant Call for Proposals Released
09/03/2013
Grants for ag professionals now available. Application deadline: 11:59 p.m. EST, Nov. 18.
Southern SARE Producer Grant Call for Proposals Released
09/03/2013
Producers interested in sustainable ag research are invited to apply. Application deadline: 11:59 p.m. EST, Nov. 18.
Xerces Society Pollinator Short Courses Coming to Mississippi
08/12/2013
Programs promote conservation of pollinators and their natural habitats.
New Grant Program Introduces Youth to Sustainable Agriculture
08/08/2013
Program allows youth to partner with researchers on SSARE-funded sustainable agriculture projects.
Xerces Society Pollinator Courses Coming to Virginia
07/24/2013
Short courses promote pollinator conservation.
Agriculture Field Days Effective Teaching Tools
07/15/2013
University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff field day showcases latest in ag research.
UGA Organic Twilight Tour on July 11 Postponed
07/10/2013
Minor flooding, soggy ground force organic farm to reschedule.
Oklahoma Extension Program Connects Urban Youth to Agriculture
07/08/2013
Summer program introduces at-risk youth to opportunities in agriculture.
A report has just been released with detailed results from a farmer survey on cover crops. The survey was carried out in partnership between the USDA North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program and the Conservation Technology Information Center (CTIC). More than 750 farmers were surveyed during the winter of 2012-13, primarily from the Upper Mississippi River watershed. Questions on cover crop adoption, benefits, challenges, and yield impacts were included in the survey. Key findings included the following:
• During the fall of 2012,...
Read MoreTurning Nursey Plant Waste Material into a Recycled Potting Resource
06/26/2013
University of Florida Extension specialist exploring soil solarization to re-use nursery plant material.
SARE's Biennial Report Wins Top Writing Awards from ACE
06/24/2013
SARE's communications team is honored to receive two top awards for their biennial report, 2011/2012 Report from the Field, from the Association for Communications Excellence in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Life and Human Sciences (ACE).
Xerces Society Pollinator Short Courses Coming to Alabama
06/06/2013
SSARE-supported programs raise awareness of pollinator habitat conservation.
Southern SARE Seeking Nominations for NGO Administrative Council Member
06/06/2013
NGO representatives invited to submit nominations to serve on the AC. Deadline July 15, 2013.
Managing for Mastitis in Dairy Housing Systems
05/30/2013
Comparing infection levels between conventional freestall barns and alternative compost-bedded pack barn systems.
County Extension Agents Learn What Sustainable Agriculture Means to Kentucky through Unique SARE Training Program
05/21/2013
Extension agents from across the country visited the Southern region recently for the SARE Fellows Tour.
Southern SARE Seeking Nominations for Producer Administrative Council Member
05/01/2013
Producers invited to nominate themselves or others to serve on the AC. Deadline July 1, 2013.
Texas Study Exploring Common Corn Fungus as a Specialty Foodstuff
04/29/2013
Researchers, farmers teaming up to establish production/marketing for huitlacoche.
Mississippi Farmer, Researcher Team Up to Study Fruit Tree
04/24/2013
SSARE-funded project looks at the jujube as an alternative crop.
Xerces Society Pollinator Short Courses Being Held in Kentucky in June
04/23/2013
SSARE-funded programs promote pollinator habitat conservation.
Xerces Society Pollinator Short Courses Being Held in Tennessee in June
04/15/2013
SSARE-funded workshops support pollinator conservation.
North Carolina Producer Exploring Integrated Management System for Rabbits
04/11/2013
The goal is to provide an alternative program to conventional production practices.
Florida SARE Offering Free Graduate Student Grant Writing Workshop
03/21/2013
Workshop to walk graduate students through grant writing process.
2013 Xerces Society Pollinator Short Courses Kick Off in Louisiana
03/21/2013
SSARE-funded events provide training on conserving pollinator habitats.
Professional Development Program (PDP) Grant Applications Now Being Accepted
03/20/2013
Calls for Proposals are due at 11:59 p.m. EST on June 3, 2013.
Southern SARE Funds 2013 On-Farm Research Grants
03/18/2013
On-Farm Research Grants offer collaboration between farmers and university/Extension specialists.
Producer Grants for FY2013 Funded
03/06/2013
Over $30,000 in sustainable ag projects funded for farmers to further sustainable ag practices across the Southern region.
Southern SARE Releases Research & Education Grants Calls for Proposals
03/05/2013
SSARE is now accepting grant applications for its flagship grants program.
Help Further Sustainable Ag Research with Graduate Student Grants
03/04/2013
The Graduate Student Grant Call for Proposal for FY2013 is now available.
Diversify Grazing and Practice Conservation With Native Warm Season Grasses
02/26/2013
MSU study determining the economics of growing native warm season grasses over bermudagrass.
Georgia Wool Socks Headed to Soldiers in Afghanistan
02/18/2013
Socks-to-soldiers effort supported, in part, by a Southern SARE grant.
UGA Survey Says: Georgia farmers interested in forming food hubs
02/06/2013
Georgia farmers are looking to food hubs as a means to marketing produce, fresh meat, and eggs.
Edamame: A Promising Niche Product for Virginia Tobacco, Vegetable, Organic Producers
01/28/2013
Producing edamame through season extension techniques in Virginia.
Virginia Tech Researchers Test the Sustainable Ag Benefits of Mob Stocking
01/22/2013
Comparing mob stocking to other grazing systems as a viable sustainable ag practice.
University of Florida Exploring IPM Techniques to Control the Spotted Wing Drosophila
01/14/2013
Using IPM methods to get a handle on destructive pest.
More Wheat Options for Organic Producers May Be on the Horizon
01/02/2013
NCSU researchers studying weed-suppressive cultivars.
Sustainable Community Innovation Grants Awarded for FY2012
12/17/2012
Nearly $50,000 awarded for projects that link sustainable agriculture with community development.
Beekeeper Conducting Stock Improvement Program for a More Sustainable Honeybee
12/05/2012
Tennessee beekeeper improving local stock for pest and disease resistance, production, growth, and brood pattern.
New Hort Resource to Help Support Sustainable Ecological Systems
10/29/2012
Web-based tool to showcase low-input plants that exhibit environmental benefits and IPM characteristics.
Georgia's Network of Food Hubs Connects Local Farmers, Markets
10/05/2012
University of Georgia survey the first step in a plan to support the development of new food hubs.
Graduate Student Sustainable Agriculture Projects for FY2012 Announced
09/10/2012
Season extension techniques, Integrated Pest Management and mob grazing some of the newly funded projects.
Cover Crop Research Shows Advantages Against Pests
09/07/2012
SSARE-funded project studying cover crops to improve soil and prevent diseases.
On-Farm Research Grants Emphasize Ag Professional and Farmer/Rancher Collaboration
09/05/2012
Application deadline to apply for On-Farm Research Grants is Nov. 15, 2012.
Producer Grants to Further Sustainable Agriculture Now Available
09/05/2012
Application deadline to apply for a Producer Grant is Nov. 15, 2012.
Bringing Annie's Project to More Southern Region States
08/23/2012
SSARE-funded workshop trains Extension specialists to deliver risk management program to women farmers.
Sustainable Community Innovation Grant Calls for Proposals Now Open
08/20/2012
Grants link sustainable ag practices with healthy economic community development.
Online Planning Tool Aides in Developing Local Food Systems
08/15/2012
Tool focuses on an integrated approach to food systems development rather than just one specialty area.
2012 Index Highlights SSARE-Funded Projects
08/02/2012
Southern SARE's annual report on final and on-going funded projects is now available.
Management Course Available for Beginning Farmers
07/30/2012
University of Florida course provides skills/knowledge critical to managing a farm operation.
Third Thursday Thing Celebrates 15th Anniversary
07/25/2012
Two-year grant-funded program evolves into a leading sustainable agriculture event.
Grant Education Workshop Being Offered
07/10/2012
Free, two-day event to provide grant education resource information.
MSU Researchers Identify Biological Method to Control Devastating Catfish Disease
07/09/2012
Researchers using a native fish species to disrupt the disease cycle.
Xerces Society to Hold Pollinator Short Course in Texas
06/28/2012
Program provides ways to conserve and manage native pollinator habitats.
North Carolina A&T Showcases Sustainable Ag Practices
06/22/2012
Annual field day gives participants insights on practices that can improve profits.
Nearly $1.2 Million Awarded to Further Sustainable Ag Research
06/19/2012
High tunnels, organic rice production, local foods among the Research & Education projects funded for FY2012.
Grafting May Control Soil-Borne Diseases in Tomatoes
06/14/2012
University of Florida study shows grafting provides resistance to root-knot nematode.
Professional Development Program Grants Awarded for FY2012
06/12/2012
PDP grants funded include goat production, Annie's Project, and high tunnels.
Farm Fest Promotes Community/Environment Relationships
06/04/2012
Florida event highlights crop production practices, new technologies, environmental stewardship, more.
Turning the Black Soldier Fly into a Value-Added Tool
05/29/2012
Georgia family farm using insect to help achieve no-waste goals.
Producers/Ag Professionals Look to SSARE for New Ideas, Methods, Technologies
05/24/2012
Producer/On-Farm grants survey points to positive impacts of the SARE program.
Some Native Bees May Be Valuable for Commercial Pollination Services
05/08/2012
Georgia research finds some native bees suitable replacements of honeybees for pollinating apples.
Virginia Tech Researchers Exploring Sustainable Methods to Control Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
04/26/2012
Trap cropping, row covers, organic pesticides some methods being studied in SARE-funded research.
Pollinator Short Courses in South Carolina June 6 and 13
04/16/2012
The Xerces Society hosting program intended to promote pollinator habitat conservation.
Pollinator Short Courses in Georgia May 15 and 17
04/11/2012
The Xerces Society hosting program intended to promote pollinator habitat conservation.
NCSU Research Explains How Vermicompost-Amended Soils Ward Off Crop Pests
04/10/2012
Using vermicompost promotes IPM and trap cropping, study shows.
Pollinator Short Course in Oklahoma May 17
04/09/2012
The Xerces Society hosting program intended to promote pollinator habitat conservation.
Pollinator Short Course in Arkansas May 15
04/02/2012
The Xerces Society hosting program intended to promote pollinator habitat conservation.
Free Oklahoma Workshops on Composting and Rainwater Harvesting
03/23/2012
Workshop series held throughout Oklahoma in April and May.
Multi-State Resource Tool Addresses Small Ruminant Production Needs in the South
03/22/2012
Small Ruminant Toolbox covers all manners of production, planning, marketing, and health.
Successes in Organic Peanut Production Can Apply to Conventional Systems
03/15/2012
UGA researchers perfect weed control strategy in organic peanuts.
Research & Education Grant Calls for Proposals Postponed This Year
03/13/2012
The next R&E Call for Pre-proposals will be issued in March 2013.
Using Like Plants as Trap Crops to Control the Harlequin Bug
03/12/2012
Virginia Tech research shows that mustard as a border row trap crop is effective in controlling the pest in collards.
2012 Southern SARE Producer Grants Funded
03/07/2012
Honeybee breeding, black soldier flies, organic sweet potato production some of the projects funded.
Grant Applications for Our Train the Trainer Program Are Now Being Accepted
03/06/2012
Grant submission deadline for Professional Development Program pre-proposals is 11:59 p.m. EST on June 4, 2012.
Graduate Student Grant Applications for FY2012 Now Being Accepted
03/01/2012
Grant submission deadline is 11:59 p.m. EST on June 4, 2012.
On-Farm Research Grants for FY2012 Funded
03/01/2012
Nearly $90,000 in grants have been awarded for FY2012 to further on-farm research in sustainable agriculture.
Alabama Vegetable Farmers Seeing Success with Trap Crops
02/23/2012
Alabama Extension demo plots show trap crops can protect vegetables from pests.
Determining the Best Bee for Your Operation
02/13/2012
North Carolina producer receives S-SARE grant to study bee stocks.
Fish Extract Products Can Control Foliar Diseases in Organic Blueberries, UGA Research Finds
02/07/2012
Product labeled for organic use can be used after blueberry harvest.
Global Food Staple Crop has Multiple Uses in U.S.
02/02/2012
Pigeon pea can be used as a forage, garden crop, or edible landscape ornamental, Texas researcher finds.
Using Natural Enemies to Control Peach Tree Pests
01/18/2012
USDA researchers studying alternatives to chemicals.
New Video: Conserving Water in the Texas High Plains
01/13/2012
Agriculture in the Texas High Plains, a $20-billion-per-year industry, is facing a water crisis. Thanks to a unique partnership of High Plains producers and Texas Tech University researchers, however, farmers and ranchers are developing economically viable alternatives to water-intensive monoculture systems.
Pollinator Conservation Short Course Taking Place in Florida, Feb. 2
01/03/2012
Short course draws attention to declining pollinator populations and the need for conservation.
2011 Sustainable Community Innovation Grants Funded
12/21/2011
Developing food programs to build community partnerships the emphasis of new Sustainable Community Innovation Grants.
Get Our 2011 Annual Projects Report
12/20/2011
Interested in what sustainable ag projects we fund? Read our 2011 Annual Index.
NCSU Study of Parasitic Wasp Could Help Control Common Pest of Vegetable Crops
12/19/2011
Researchers seeking to unravel life history of the wasp, which attacks the brown stink bug.
Perennial Legume Being Explored as Nitrogen Fixer in Grass Pastures
12/14/2011
The goal is to find low-input alternatives to fertilizers, while promoting sustainable grazing methods.
Raising and Marketing Heritage Hogs
12/07/2011
North Carolina non-profit creating more awareness on the proper methods of raising heritage swine breeds.
Tuskegee University Breaks Ground on Sustainability Center
12/06/2011
Tuskegee University will soon be home to a new state-of-the-art ag research facility.
Lastest Common Ground Newsletter Published
11/18/2011
The Winter 2011/2012 Common Ground newsletter has been published.
Georgia Farmer Testing European Melon Varieties for Local Markets
11/15/2011
Urban farmer testing the local markets for specialty crops.
South Carolina Food Hub Offers Healthy, Local Food Options
11/09/2011
GrowFood Carolina launches, connecting area farmers with local communities.
Fish Waste Compost Proves Beneficial to South Carolina Garden Co-op
11/01/2011
Tomatoes and cucumbers benefit from fish waste compost in funded study.
First Large Systems Research Grants Funded
10/31/2011
Large Systems Research Grants support long-term whole systems research.
Georgia Sustainable Ag Group Launches Effort to Create Food Hubs
10/28/2011
The Georgia Sustainable Ag Consortium held their kick-off event on Oct. 27 to discuss food hub creation.
Research & Education Grants to Advance Systems Research Awarded for FY2011
10/24/2011
Over $1.4 million in grants awarded to further sustainable agriculture systems research efforts.
Using Cover Crops to Produce High-Value Organic Vegetables
10/13/2011
Exploring cover crops and crop rotations as two practices that can aid in successful organic production.
Exploring Bumblebee Nesting Boxes for Low-Cost Crop Pollination, Species Diversity
10/03/2011
University of Arkansas graduate student hopes to develop design recommendations.
Newly Formed Georgia Sustainable Ag Coalition Has Sights Set on Food Hubs
09/30/2011
Coalition holding free kick-off event Oct. 27 in Athens, Ga.
Connecting Chefs with Local Farmers with Season Extension High Tunnels
09/28/2011
LSU researcher hoping for year-round production with high tunnels.
Professional Development Program Grants Announced for FY2011
09/26/2011
Grants demonstrating sustainable ag education and outreach strategies for Extension, NRCS, and other ag professionals.
Breaking into Organic Hops Production
09/19/2011
North Carolina farmer leading the way in production, marketing.
Researchers: Land a Grant with this Video Tutorial on Systems Research
09/14/2011
A set of videos designed to educate you on systems approaches and write a successful systems research grant.
Using Listening Devices to Detect Hidden Pest Infestations
09/12/2011
Researchers putting an ear to the soil around grape vines to detect the grape root borer.
Large Systems Research Grants Now Available
09/08/2011
Grant submission deadline is 11:59, EST on Nov. 1, 2011.
Graduate Student Grants for FY2011 Announced
09/07/2011
Eleven research projects totaling $108,323 funded.
On-Farm Research Grants Emphasize Farmer/Organization Collaboration
09/01/2011
Calls for Proposals for On-Farm Research Grants are now open. Grant submission deadline is Nov. 15, 2011.
Producer Grants to Further Sustainable Agriculture Now Available
09/01/2011
Calls for Proposals for Producer Grants now open. Submission deadline is Nov. 15, 2011.
Interested in Pollinator Conservation? Training Courses Coming to the South in 2012
08/29/2011
Xerces Society's courses have reached 1,200 participants in 23 states since 2008.
Sustainable Community Innovation Grant Opportunities Now Available
08/23/2011
Grant submission deadline is Oct. 3, 2011.
2011 Index Published
08/12/2011
The Index is an annual publication listing all final projects and on-going projects for the current year for each grant we offer.
Use Cover Crops, Manure for Best Soil Quality
08/11/2011
Hairy vetch and dairy manure help build soil structure and improve soil quality.
Oklahoma Summer Camp Program Teaches High Schoolers About Sustainability
08/01/2011
Southern SARE AC member hosts Camp T.U.R.F. farm visit.
Free Workshop Covers Approaches to Applying for Systems-Based Research Grants
07/29/2011
Preparing and managing systems research grants.
Appalachia Identified as Most Diverse Foodshed in North America
07/20/2011
Anthropologist working to preserve seeds, save cultures.
Sustainably Managing Pests, Diseases for Vegetable Production
07/11/2011
Clemson University Organic Pest Management series
UGA Study Investigates Impact of Farm Labor Shortages
07/08/2011
Ag economist says changes to policies/business strategies needed to help farmers, workers.
Cover Crops a Sustainable Method of Soil Management in Strawberries
06/28/2011
NCSU study: Cover crops serve diverse soil management functions in strawberry production.
Facing the Weed Challenges in Organic Crops
06/23/2011
UGA program introduces integrated approaches to weed management.
Georgia County Helping Local Farmers Develop Value-Added Products
06/21/2011
Pike County, Georgia -- where local ag diversity meets entrepreneurial product creativity.
Exploring Biological Control of Greenhouse Pests
06/16/2011
North Carolina State University research is using 'Black Pearl' pepper banker plant systems to manage thrips.
What Does Sustainability Look Like?
06/14/2011
SARE Florida Fellows Tour introduces participants to sustainable ag principles.
Newest Edition of Common Ground Newsletter Published
06/09/2011
Read the summer 2011 edition of our newsletter, Common Ground.
Virginia Beekeepers Successful in Rearing Local Honeybee Colonies
06/08/2011
Hives started from nucleus colonies have a higher winter survival rate than package-started hives.
Consumer Interest Growing for Locally Produced Animal Fiber Products
06/01/2011
Well-being for environment, animals, farm driving factors for locally produced clothing.
Tropical Island Forages May Be Good Fit as Summer Cover Crops
05/25/2011
University of Virgin Islands researcher testing tropical forages as cover crops in vegetable fields.
UT Research Increasing Organic Options to Control Cucumber Beetles
05/20/2011
In preliminary results, one quarter of beetles killed with biopesticide containing naturally occurring fungus.
The Right Intercropping System for the Best Squash Yields
05/16/2011
Intercropping buckwheat and squash controls pest/diseases, but which design won't cut yields? UFL researchers to find out.
Exploring Herbal Treatments for Mastitis in Dairy Cows
05/09/2011
NCSU researchers studying how well herbal remedies treat mastitis in dairy cows.
Turning Fish Waste into Gardening Gold
05/03/2011
South Carolina garden co-op turning seafood waste material into a sustainable ag resource.
Georgia County Agritourism Guide Connecting Area Farmers/Visitors
04/27/2011
Explore farms, get to know farmers and delight in the local food they produce with this handy agritourism guide.
SE Farmers Can Yield 3,000 Pounds on Organic Peanuts
04/22/2011
Strides in collaborative research opening doors for organic peanut industry in the Southeast.
Finding the Right Feed for a Sustainable Beekeeper and a Healthy Bee
04/15/2011
A North Carolina beekeeping operation is exploring ways to improve honey production and crop pollination.
SE Georgia Farm Sharing Benefits of Winter Cover Crops
04/01/2011
SE Georgia farmer growing winter cover crops as forage and for ag sustainability.
Restoring Native Grasses for Livestock Forage
03/23/2011
Mississippi farmer measuring how well native warm-season grasses stack up against their non-native counterparts.
Apply for a Professional Development Grant
03/14/2011
Apply now for a Professional Development Grant. Submission deadline is June 1.
On-Farm Research Grants Awarded for 2011
03/07/2011
We have awarded the 2011 On-Farm Research Grants.
Graduate Student Grants Calls for Proposals Sought
03/01/2011
Southern SARE is seeking Calls for Proposals for the Graduate Student Grants program. Submission deadline is June 1.
Research & Education Calls for Proposals Sought
03/01/2011
We are now accepting submissions for R&E Grants Calls for Proposals. Deadline for pre-proposals is June 1.
Sustainable Community Innovation Grants Awarded
01/27/2011
The 2010 Sustainable Community Innovations Grants have been awarded. Read what great things communities are doing.
Graduate Students Win SARE Grants
11/07/2010