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Topic: Natural Resources Conservation Service
![]() Natural Resources Conservation Service is currently accepting applications for the Regional Conservation Partnership Program. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
USDA says $15M in Targeted Conservation Help Available to Farmers in Impoverished Communities this Year
StrikeForce for Rural Growth and Opportunity is a USDA effort that focuses high-priority assistance in rural communities in 20 states with a special emphasis on historically underserved farmers, ranchers and communities in counties with persistent poverty. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Disabled East Tennessee Outdoorsman Is Model for Successful Conservation Planning
Not one to give up, Seaton and his mother, Beverly, went to the Sevierville Field Office and met with Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Soil Conservationist Mitchell Aman, who helped him develop a comprehensive conservation plan. Seaton then applied for and was funded through NRCS Environmental Quality Incentives Program. ![]() Photo above (L to R): NRCS State Conservationist Kevin Brown; USDA Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden; Jason Seaton, Sevier County landowner look at wildlife plots on Seaton’s farm in Sevier County. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Natural Resources Conservation says Vertical Tillage Results in Loss of Productive Soil and May Result in Producers Being out of Compliance
Prior to the adoption of no-till, the degree of top soil loss was astounding. ![]() Vertical tillage increases erosion, depletes organic matter, increases weed pressure in addition to reducing water infiltration and yield potential. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency reports funding available to improve Livestock Forage for Wildlife Habitat
Producers in areas designated as either D3 Drought, Extreme or D4 Drought exceptional on the recent July 2012 U.S. Drought Monitor maps for Tennessee are eligible to apply for selected conservation practices. These areas include Benton, Carroll, Crockett, Dyer, Fayette, Gibson, Haywood, Henry, Houston, Humphreys, Lake, Lauderdale, Montgomery, Obion, Shelby, Stewart, Tipton, and Weakley counties. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Drought Assistance Available to ProducersAgriculture Secretary Vilsack Delivers Targeted Financial and Technical Assistance to Drought-Stricken Producers and Landowners in 19 States
“President Barack Obama and I continue to work across the federal government to provide relief for those farmers and ranchers who are affected by the severe drought conditions impacting many states across our nation,” Vilsack said. “This additional assistance builds on a number of steps USDA has taken over the past few weeks to provide resources and flexibility in our existing programs to help producers endure these serious hardships.” «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency to participate in Second Land and Wildlife Expo
The TWRA, along with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NCRS), are among the sponsors. The expo is designed for persons interested in managing their land for wildlife. «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
A Clear Answer to Clean WaterBy Dave White, Chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
In the U.S., we use a little more than 400 billion gallons of water a day. According to the UN, in the worldwide picture about one in five people lack access to a clean, improved water source.
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USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Announces Sign-Up Period for Conservation Stewardship Program
“CSP is one of our most popular conservation programs, and we expect to receive many applications,” NRCS Chief Dave White said. “I encourage all farmers and ranchers who are interested in applying to contact their local NRCS office as soon as possible so they can meet the deadline.” «Read the rest of this article» Sections: News | No Comments
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