…made possible through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has received $19.5 billion of IRA funds to support oversubscribed conservation programs. “When the IRA first…
NRCS Seeking Public Comment on Eight Conservation Practices
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking comment on proposed changes to conservation practices. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has issued a series of revised conservation practice standards…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 02-12-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show, the NRCS is seeking public comment on eight conservation practices, and the California…
EPA Updates Efforts to Address Endangered Species Act Parameters
…a memorandum of understanding with the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), recognizing the role of voluntary conservation practices in pesticide management. This collaboration aims to integrate NRCS practices into…
Week in Review: Snowpack Still Below Average & Conservation Stewardship Opportunities Now Available
…10, and many in the industry are evaluating how the budget will affect agriculture. California ranchers have the opportunity to make improvements to their operations through NRCS’ Conservation Stewardship Program….
CSP Opportunities for California Ranchers
…being made available through NRCS’ Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). Assistant State Conservationist with NRCS, Brandon Bates said CSP primarily aims to recognize and support producers’ existing good stewardship practices. “But…
Valley Farmers Encouraged to Apply for Conservation Assistance
Farmers in the Central Valley are being encouraged to apply for WaterSMART funding from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The WaterSMART program, a collaboration between the Bureau of…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 12-15-23
…NRCS offers opportunities to address conservation priorities in California. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent…
Equipment Replacement Incentives Are Working
…significant victory through a joint proclamation. Collaborative efforts from the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District, the California Air Resources Board, and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) were…
Good Farming Practices Updated by USDA
…conservation practices approved by Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) without affecting crop insurance coverage. USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) updated the Good Farming Practices Handbook to align more with overall…
Substantial Funding Increase Helps Boost RCPP Improvements
…the need for efficiency, the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has undertaken significant RCPP improvements to streamline and simplify the program. Enhancements are aimed at easing the burden on…
Conservation Investments Highlighted at California Dairy
COURTESY: Debra Denhart, USDA-NRCS COURTESY: Debra Denhart, USDA-NRCS COURTESY: Debra Denhart, USDA-NRCS COURTESY: Debra Denhart, USDA-NRCS COURTESY: Debra Denhart, USDA-NRCS Conservation investments made by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)…
Special ACEP Funding Available Through the Inflation Reduction Act
…Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will be accepting applications for special funding until November 13. To qualify, the land must meet specified conditions and be located within National Priority Areas. “We…
USDA Makes $3 Billion in Climate-Smart Investments Available to Producers
…federal investments in climate, clean energy, and related areas reach marginalized communities burdened by underinvestment and pollution. Following the recent record interest in USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) resources,…