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Historic Agreement Increases Conservation, Improves Water Quality in Minnesota

The U.S. Department of Agriculture signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the state of Minnesota. Through this partnership, producers who undertake a substantial level of conservation activities to reduce nutrient run-off and erosion will receive assurance from the state that their farms will meet Minnesota’s water quality standards and goals during the life of the agreement.

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Conservation Stewardship Program Sign-Up Extended to January 27

Haybales on Alaska CSP land.

Need more time to apply for the first CSP ranking period? You now have until January 27 to send in your application. If you maintain a high level of conservation on your land and agree to adopt higher levels of stewardship you are eligible to apply for this popular NRCS program. Download the CSP self-screening checklist and learn more about CSP here

 

Water Quality Market Project Proposals Due March 2

Water Quality Market Project Proposals Due March 2

We’re making up to $10 million in Conservation Innovation Grants available to bring states, USDA and other stakeholders together to enhance the effectiveness of water quality credit trading, a market-based approach to lowering the costs of reducing pollution and getting more conservation practices on agricultural lands. Find out how to submit your project proposal.


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Spotlights

West Otter Tail Soil and Water Conservation District Honored for Snow Fences

Snow Fence

 

 

 

Living snow fences help save lives, save money and save time.

Convenience Just One Benefit of Feedlot Consolidation Project

Luther and Quentin Schutte

 

 

 

Luther and Quentin Schutte recently closed four open feedlots across Clayton County, Iowa.

 


Conservation Showcase

Smallhouse family - ranching in Arizona

Conservation Showcase highlights America’s farmers and ranchers working together with NRCS and our partners to protect the nation's soil, water, animals, plants and air.


Last Modified: 01/20/2012