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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 students 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.
