“NRCS is seeking applications which will assist producers inusing market-based approaches to conservation and innovativetechnologies that can put conservation on the land,” said JodiHastings, NRCS state resource conservationist of Lakewood. “We’realso looking for projects that will find solutions to improvewater, soil and air quality; improve nutrient management; enhancewildlife habitat and pollinator populations; and that deal withemerging issues including energy conservation and specialtycrops.”
Applications are due by Monday.
CIG is a component of NRCS's Environmental Quality IncentivesProgram, a voluntary conservation program that provides financialand technical assistance to farmers and ranchers who face threatsto soil, water, air and related natural resources on theirland.
Another $20 million is available through the Agricultural WaterEnhancement Program.
The focus of water enhancement activities within the programincludes water quality or water conservation plandevelopment.
Applications are due by May 17.
For information, contact area NRCS offices or visit the Websites.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Water Conservation grant entries open
Grants are available from the Natural Resource Conservation Service for innovative conservation and water projects. About $25 million is available in grants of up to $1 million each in Conservation Innovation Grants.
via chieftain.com
Friday, April 23, 2010
April Is Water Conservation Month
April Is Water Conservation MonthThere are a number of things you can do around your home to increase water efficiency and decrease unnecessary waste.
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