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California NRCS Offers EQIP Conservation Support

Apr 17, 2025
By Farms.com

Farmers and Ranchers Encouraged to Apply by May 30, 2025

California’s USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced the opening of EQIP applications for several key conservation initiatives. The deadline for applications is May 30, 2025, and selections will depend on available funding.

The Sage Grouse Initiative (SGI) assists producers in enhancing sagebrush habitats while managing livestock. It covers various California counties such as Plumas, Inyo, and Sierra.

Under the Tricolored Blackbird Initiative, participating producers receive payments for delaying harvest in fields where these birds are nesting, safeguarding young fledglings.

The Joint Chiefs Landscape Restoration Project focuses on wildfire threat reduction and ecosystem protection. Eligible areas include the Forest Health and Fire Resilient Rural Communities in Trinity County and Eagle Lake Susan River Watersheds.

The National Water Quality Initiative (NWQI) promotes practices to reduce runoff and erosion in high-priority watersheds like Calleguas Creek and Salt River.

The WaterSmart Initiative improves drought resilience in collaboration with agencies like Westlands Water District, Kaweah Delta Water Conservation District, and others.

The Livestock-Predator Interaction Management program offers non-lethal support to producers facing predator challenges in regions including Modoc, Mendocino, and Trinity counties.

“NRCS California remains committed to expanding our technical and financial assistance programs and engaging with more farmers and ranchers to protect valuable resources,” said State Conservationist Carlos Suarez.

Farmers and ranchers interested in participating are encouraged to visit their local NRCS Service Center or www.ca.nrcs.usda.gov for more details.


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