Natural Resources Conservation Service

Tennessee

United States Department of Agriculture

USDA NRCS in Tennessee Extends Application Deadline Date for Producers to Apply

Producers now have until November 5, 2021 to apply for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program, an extension from the original October 22 deadline.

Tennessee NRCS Recruitment Video Do you want a career working for the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Tennessee? Watch the video to see how you can become a part of our conservation family!

Funding Available for Innovative Partner-Driven Projects The United States Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering funding for innovative partner-driven projects to improve water quality, wildlife habitat and soil health in two Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) areas in Tennessee.

Improvement in Partner Flexibility in Regional Conservation Partnership Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released the final rule for its Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). The rule updates USDA's partner-driven program as directed by the 2018 Farm Bill and integrates feedback from agricultural producers and others.

Tennessee Receives $1.3 Million for Aquatic Habitat in East Tennessee The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest more than $46 million this year through the Joint Chiefs' Landscape Restoration Partnership for 37 projects, including one in East Tennessee totaling $1.3 million to address aquatic habitat for at risk species.