Signup for New Conservation Stewardship Program Begins August 10 USDA Deputy Secretary Merrigan announces the continuous sign-up for the new Conservation Stewardship Program. Applications for the first ranking period must be submitted by September 30, 2009.
	...USDA News Release ...CSP Web Site

	USDA Announces $58 Million to Improve Water Quality and Quantity in Agricultural Production NRCS Chief Dave White announces nearly $58 million through the Agricultural Water Enhancement Program for water conservation and water quality improvements on agricultural working lands.
	...USDA News Release ...AWEP Web Site

	There's Still Time to Comment on NRCS Farm Bill Programs Comments from the public are sought on NRCS' new Conservation Stewardship Program. The comment period is open through September 28, 2009.
	...USDA News Release ...CSP Web Site

	Public Invited to Comment on NEPA Categorical Exclusions NRCS seeks public comments on an interim final rule to exclude certain conservation activities from the National Environmental Policy Act process. The comment period is open through September 11, 2009.
	...NRCS News Release

	Public Input Invited to Improve Conservation Delivery NRCS is seeking public comments to improve conservation practice standards and better meet conservation objectives. The comment period is open through August 11, 2009.
	...NRCS News Release

Updated 08/05/2009