The mission of the Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program is to enhance sustainable agriculture in the Northeast. It focuses on promoting practices that are profitable, enhance environmental stewardship, improve the quality of life for farmers and farm communities, and support diversified and healthful agricultural products. The program aims for agriculture that wisely manages resources, is satisfied with farming lifestyles, and exerts a positive influence on communities and the environment.
The grant program offered by Northeast SARE to graduate students focuses on supporting research in sustainable agriculture under the guidance of a faculty advisor. The research should be of importance to Northeast farmers, agricultural researchers, and farm support professionals, addressing sustainable agriculture themes including stewardship, profitability, and quality of life for the farming community. It encourages projects that align with the outcome of achieving diversified and profitable agriculture in the Northeast, which provides healthful products, manages resources wisely, maintains farmer satisfaction, and positively impacts communities and the environment.