Natural Resources Conservation Service

New Mexico

United States Department of Agriculture

Funding Opportunity for Restoration Work

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is seeking assistance to complete restoration work of degraded wetlands, floodplains and forestlands.

2018 CIG - Application are Due May 11, 2018

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in New Mexico is accepting applications for Conservation Innovations Grants to fund innovative ideas for conservation strategies and technologies. New Mexico NRCS will provide up to $49,000 in CIG funding for FY 2018.

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2018 ACEP - New Mexico USDA Announces New Application Deadline

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) accepts applications year round for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) to protect wetlands, agricultural lands and grasslands.

Photo of Grasslands protected from conversion to non-grasslands uses provide habitat for many wildlife species.

Assistance Available to Agricultural Producers through the Conservation Stewards

Through CSP, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) helps private landowners build their business while implementing conservation practices that help ensure the sustainability of their entire operation. NRCS plans to enroll up to 10 million acres in CSP in 2018.

New Mexcio Civil Rights Employee of the Year

2017 Civil Rights Employee of the Year is Molly Murphy. Molly effectively established a dialogue with both the Zuni and Isleta Pueblos Historic Preservation Officers (THPO) and formed a working solution.