Natural Resources Conservation Service

Delaware

United States Department of Agriculture

$300 Million Available for Partner-Led Conservation Projects

USDA is now accepting proposals from eligible partners for the updated RCPP to improve water quality, enhance soil health, support wildlife habitat and more. Up to $300 million is available for fiscal year 2019. Apply before December 3, 2019.

RCPP promotes coordination of NRCS conservation activities with partners that offer value-added contributions to expand our collective ability to address on-farm, watershed, and regional natural resource concerns.

#OurFarmers Roadtrip - Delmarva Style

We're taking a conservation roadtrip around the Delmarva! Meet two of Delaware's soil health advocates--Chip Baker and Blaine Hitchens who are both committed to leaving the land better than they found it.

Meet two of Delaware's soil health advocates--Chip Baker and Blaine Hitchens who are both committed to leaving the land better than they found it.

Take your conservation to a higher level with CSP!

Sign up for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) to implement practices that can help ensure the sustainability of your operation while building your business. Applications due by May 10.

CSP. Your stewardship goals. Our assistance.

2018 Farm Bill

The 2018 Farm Bill continues its strong support for conservation efforts. We’re evaluating changes the Farm Bill made to conservation programs, and we’ll work to implement those changes as quickly as possible.