…Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), and the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) accepts applications for these programs year-round, however, each state…
Almond Update: Additional Conservation Assistance for Drought Impacted Regions
…EQIP program or even the CSP, or Conservation Stewardship Program through NRCS. So, this is a pretty similar program, but it is additional funds,” said Jesse Roseman, Principal Analyst for…
Renewal Applications for CSP Being Extended
…payments through CSP by actively managing, maintaining, and expanding a variety of conservation activities on their land. Those interested in contract renewals or applying for CSP for the first time…
NSAC Updates Farmers’ Guide to Conservation Stewardship Program
…Guide to CSP. The CSP helps farmers to implement conservation practices by offering five-year payouts to those who implement practices to improve soil health and water quality, and benefit wildlife….
USDA Releases Final CSP Rule Change
The final rule for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) was recently announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The CSP rule change brings the program more in line with…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 06-08-20
…may be qualified to benefit from CSP, also farmers nation-wide begin to receive USDA’s CFAP payments. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle…
CSP Explained: Building Upon Existing Conservation Plans
…The Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) is one of the many initiatives available to assist with long-term stewardship improvements on farming operations. “Our conservation work builds on a conservation plan where…
CSP Explained: Organic Stewardship Mirrors Program Goals
Many aspects of organic stewardship represent the core focus of the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Organic growers may find that because of some…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 06-04-20
…NRCS’ EQIP and CSP programs, and the recently proposed Food Supply Protection Act. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist &…
CSP Explained: Understanding the Differences Between EQIP and CSP
…specific part of your property,” said Lee. “Whereas CSP is a five-year commitment, it entails your entire operation.” Another difference between CSP and EQIP is how funding and reimbursement are…
Historic $10 Million for CA Stewardship
Deadline for 2020 consideration is June 5 DAVIS, Calif., May 14, 2020 – The Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) in California has received a historic $10 million to help farmers, ranchers…
USDA Farm Bill Implementation Progress Update
…Conservation Service (NRCS) released guidance to State committees to identify RCPP coordinators in each State. Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP): On May 10, 2019, NRCS posted guidance for state conservationists regarding…
Last Day to Apply for Conservation Stewardship Program is May 10
…insects are also considered appropriate CSP activities. “CSP helps agricultural producers in California take their conservation activities on their farm or ranch to the next level of conservation stewardship,” said…
Time Running Out to Submit CSP Applications
Those looking to apply for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) have until May 10 to submit their CSP applications, in order to be eligible for 2019 funding. The 2018 Farm…