Our natural resource conservation programs help people reduce soil erosion, enhance water supplies, improve water quality, increase wildlife habitat, and reduce damage caused by floods and other natural disasters.

May 2, 2022 · NRCS and FSA conservation programs are incentive based and provide financial assistance to implement conservation practices. NRCS also offers . free conservation technical assistance to help producers plan practices. NRCS accepts applications for conservation programs year-round, but

The Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) is a voluntary program administered by the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) to private landowners and producers. The EQIP provides financial cost-share payments for implementing conservation practices to eligible producers and landowners.

Through EQIP, NRCS provides agricultural producers with financial resources and one-on-one help to plan and implement improvements, or what NRCS calls conservation practices. Using these practices can lead to cleaner water and air, healthier soil and better wildlife habitat, all while improving agricultural operations.

NRCS offers voluntary programs to eligible landowners and agricultural producers to provide financial and technical assistance to help manage natural resources in a sustainable manner.

Oct 9, 2024 · For farmers and ranchers looking to enhance their operations while addressing environmental challenges, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s NRCS offers valuable programs like the Environmental Quality Incentives Program and the Conservation Stewardship Program.

Our natural resource conservation programs help people reduce soil erosion, enhance water supplies, improve water quality, increase wildlife habitat, and reduce damage caused by floods and other natural disasters.

4 days ago · NRCS is able to sign new contracts with farmers right now, though as USDA continues to experience across the board staffing reductions, producers seeking support through all conservation programs should anticipate longer-than-average delays in service and plan accordingly. NSAC strongly encourages producers dissatisfied with these new and ...

Oct 30, 2024 · For small and startup farms, the NRCS offers programs like the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), which help farmers implement practices that improve soil health, water quality, and overall farm productivity.

Aug 10, 2023 · The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is an agency dedicated to preserving our nation’s natural resources and working lands. If your farm goals align with the practices the agency wants to promote, you have the opportunity to receive technical assistance or funding to support your work.