Recently, Colorado Senator Michael Bennet, hosted the official groundbreaking ceremony for the Colorado River Connectivity Channel CRCC project along with the NRCS, Trout Unlimited, and other partners. Now construction on the vital project can begin.
The USDA recently awarded $197 million to 41 locally led conservation projects through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) including the Establishment of Grassland Strongholds efforts across the Southern High Plains efforts led by The Colorado Natural Conservancy.
The plan evaluates seven vulnerabilities to NRCS’s mission, operation and infrastructure that may be affected by climate change and prioritizes key actions to address these vulnerabilities.
USDA seeks robust scientific approaches to on-farm conservation trials for climate-smart ag solutions, irrigation water management, nutrient management and soil health. Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) applications for On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials are due September 22, 2022.
Through Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG), grantees work to address water quality, water quantity, air quality, soil health and wildlife habitat challenges, all while supporting ag production. Apply Until October 11, 2022.
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