Western SARE California Education Implementation Mini-Grants

Proposals are due September 25, 2024.
WSARE California invites proposals from California-based professionals or organizations qualified to conductfood and agriculture-related extension and education for small grants (up to $25,000) to support professional development opportunities in sustainable agriculture targeted primarily to agricultural professionals. This can include extension staff; nonprofit, state and federal agency staff; PCAs/CCAs; etc. The goal is to increase the capacity of agriculture professionals who work in California to apply the principles of sustainable agriculture while working with their clientele (farmers, ranchers, consumers, youth, businesses, government, or communities). Projects should align with Western SARE goals regarding stewardship of natural resources; enhanced quality of life for farmers/ranchers and rural communities; increased health and safety of those involved in food and farming systems; diversification of crops, livestock, and enterprises; and understanding regional, economic, social, and environmental implications of agricultural practices and systems.