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Virginia NRCS
Programs
(this page was last changed on
02/07/2013)
Conservation Practices and Programs for Your Land
The 2008 Farm Bill offers America’s agricultural producers and private
landowners more assistance than ever before to voluntarily conserve natural
resources on our Nation’s privately owned lands. The Farm Bill also offers
special program opportunities for "Historically
Underserved" individuals and groups. More information is available at the NRCS
Small & Limited and Beginning Farmers & Ranchers
Web page.
The State Technical Advisory Committee provides recommendations to the State Conservationist on NRCS-related issues in
Virginia. These issues include:
implementation of NRCS programs, advice and comments on NRCS practice standards, and others.
How to Apply for USDA-NRCS Conservation Programs
Learn what steps you will need to take to prepare for, and submit, your
application to become a
USDA-NRCS Conservation Program participant.
More information on the criteria required to
become an eligible
applicant.
When applying for EQIP or WHIP, remember that your name, address, and social
security number or Employer Identification Number (EIN) must match the
information you have on file with the IRS and USDA's Farm Service Agency (FSA),
and the information provided on the Direct Deposit Form. If you cannot recall
your EIN and address used, call the IRS directly at 1-800-829-4933. You should
"Request confirmation of Employer Identification Number (EIN), IRS Letter 147C,
EIN Previously Assigned. The IRS can fax the letter to you, but you must remain
on the line and have a separate open fax line to receive the fax. The letter can
be mailed. The requester will receive the IRS Letter 147C, in 7 to 10 business
days.
Conservation Technical Assistance Programs and Activities
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Conservation Technical Assistance (CTA) provides voluntary conservation technical assistance to land-users, communities, units of state and local government, and other Federal agencies in planning and implementing conservation systems.
(Producers may use a certified
Technical Service Provider (TSP)
for technical assistance needed for certain eligible activities,
services and the development of conservation plans.)
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Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) provides technical and financial assistance to eligible farmers and ranchers to address soil, water, and related natural resource concerns on their lands.
Administered by
USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA).
2008 Farm Bill NRCS Financial Assistance and Easement Programs
Applications for financial assistance are accepted year-round. NRCS has established three ranking periods for 2013:
Ranking Period 1: Applications received by close of business
on January 18, 2013 Ranking Period 2: Applications received by close of business on
February 15, 2013 Ranking Period 3: Applications received by close of business on
March 15, 2013
Water Resources Programs
Virginia Watershed Programs
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