NRCS's natural resources conservation programs help people reduce soil erosion, enhance water supplies, improve water quality, increase wildlife habitat, and reduce damages caused by floods and other natural disasters. Public benefits include enhanced natural resources that help sustain agricultural productivity and environmental quality while supporting continued economic development, recreation, and scenic beauty.
The State Technical Committee (STC) provides recommendations to the NRCS State Conservationist on NRCS-related issues in Arkansas. These issues include the implementation of NRCS programs, the development of NRCS practice standards, and others.