CASPER, Wyo. – USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Wyoming is currently accepting applications for enrollment into the Agricultural Management Assistance (AMA) program. This enrollment is specifically for the AMA - Risk Management Agency (RMA).  AMA-RMA is a voluntary Farm Bill program which provides financial assistance for High tunnels and facilitating practices.  Producers interested in implementing conservation practices to improve natural resources on their private agricultural land have until June 1, 2023 to submit applications.

Producers must have farm records current with the Farm Service Agency and submit a complete program application to NRCS to be considered for financial assistance through AMA-RMA. Applications are accepted at all Wyoming NRCS offices located in USDA Service Centers across the state. To find out more information about EQIP please visit the AMA webpage. To locate an NRCS field office near you, please visit the USDA Service Center webpage.

When visiting with NRCS staff about the AMA program, landowners are encouraged to inquire about NRCS’ comprehensive conservation plans. The Agency continually strives to put conservation planning at the forefront of its programs and initiatives. Conservation plans provide landowners with a comprehensive inventory and assessment of their resources, as well as an appropriate start to improving the quality of soil, water, air, plants, and wildlife on their land.