Applications for Conservation Funding Due Feb. 15, 2013

RENO, Dec. 21 -- The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has received more than $8 million in financial assistance for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) for fiscal year 2013.  The funds help Nevada producers implement conservation practices under the agency’s largest Farm Bill conservation program.  Applications must be received by Feb. 15 to be considered in the next round of funding.

“EQIP offers farmers, ranchers and forestland managers a variety of options to conserve natural resources while boosting production on their lands,” said State Conservationist Bruce Petersen. “This investment in conservation helps improve environmental health and the economy of rural communities in Nevada.”

EQIP provides financial assistance for a variety of conservation activities, such as irrigation water management, rotational grazing systems, pest control and much more.

NRCS Launches Soil Health Campaign
Unlock the Secrets in the Soil

Soil is a living and life-giving substance, without which we would perish.

As world population and food production demands rise, keeping our soil healthy and productive is of paramount importance. So much so that we believe improving the health of our Nation’s soil is one of the most important endeavors of our time.

By focusing more attention on soil health and by educating our customers and the public about the positive impact healthy soils can have on productivity and conservation, we can help our Nation’s farmers and ranchers feed the world more profitably and sustainably – now and for generations to come.

The resources on this soil health section of our site are designed to help visitors understand the basics and benefits of soil health – and to learn about Soil Health Management Systems from farmers who are using those systems.

So whether you’re a farmer, a researcher, a conservationist or an interested citizen, the information on this site will help you “Unlock the Secrets in the Soil.”