On March 4, the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Pennsylvania is now accepting proposals for its Conservation Innovation Grants Program.  The deadline for proposals is April 14.

It is anticipated that a total of up to $225,000 will be available to fund multiple one- to three-year projects. Single projects may be eligible to receive $5,000 to $75,000 in funding.

CIG is a voluntary program to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies in conjunction with agricultural production. Proposed projects should augment existing NRCS technical tools (planning, assessment/delivery) to better facilitate conservation on farms.

CIG projects are expected to lead to the transfer of conservation technologies, management systems, and innovative approaches to agricultural producers, into NRCS technical manuals and guides, or to the private sector.

CIG generally funds pilot projects, field demonstrations, and innovative ways to transfer conservation methods from one geographic area or ag sector to another.

March 14 Webinar

A training webinar for those interested in applying for a CIG in Pennsylvania will be held on March 14th from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Click Here to join the meeting on your computer or mobile app or call in (audio only) to +1 202-650-0123, ID 208 468 396#.

Funds will be awarded through a statewide competitive grants process. Eligible applicants include state and local government, nongovernment organizations, eligible private business, and individuals.

For more information, visit the USDA Conservation Innovation Grants webpage. Contact Ashley Lenig at 717-237-2204 or ashley.lenig@usda.gov  for additional information or to apply.

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Visit the Natural Resources Conservation Service - PA webpage for more information on assistance available to landowners.

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