Natural Resources Conservation Service

Oregon

United States Department of Agriculture

2014 Farm Bill Implementation Report

Read the report that provides a snapshot of what Oregon’s conservation community has achieved together through the 2014 Farm Bill.

USDA to invest in partner-driven conservation

NRCS announced the launch of the updated Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). Proposals are due December 3.

NRCS awards 5 Conservation Innovation Grants in 2019

NRCS has awarded five state-level Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development of innovative approaches and technologies for conservation on Oregon's farms, ranches and forests.

Conserving Water for Farmers & Fish on the Grande Ronde

Thanks to funding from USDA's Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), local partners have ramped up assistance to farmers and ranchers in the Grande Ronde River Watershed to maximize water efficiency for local agriculture while also improving salmon habitat.

Mike Burton, District Conservationist, stands on the banks of the Grande Ronde River in Union County, Oregon.

Take the Soil Your Undies Challenge!

Learn the quick and dirty way to test your soil health and see how your soil compares with other Oregon producers! For once, soiled undies are a good thing!

How healthy is your soil? Take the challenge to find out!