USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering $41.8 million through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) to help producers in Arizona, California, Colorado and Oregon who have been severely impacted by drought and other natural resource challenges.
Funding will be offered through Conservation Incentive Contracts, a new option available through EQIP. The contracts offer conservation activities for producers to implement. Practices include forest management plans, tree/shrub establishment, brush management, prescribed grazing, pasture and hay planting, wildlife habitat, livestock watering systems and cover crops. NRCS is accepting applications through July 12.
To apply, contact your local USDA Service Center, which can be located at farmers.gov/service-locator. For more information, visit nrcs.usda.gov and search for “Environmental Quality Incentives Program.”
