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North Dakota NRCS Announces availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for FY 2012

The North Dakota State Office of the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), is announcing the availability of Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Applications are accepted from any eligible entity for projects within the state of North Dakota. North Dakota NRCS anticipates that the amount available for support of this program in FY 2012 will be approximately $90,000.

Fact Sheet  (PDF; 40KB)

CIG Announcement Notice  (PDF; 175KB)
Direct Link to Grant Opportunity on Grants.gov

 

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USDA and Interior Announce Wildlife Conservation Efforts to Support Local Economies and Preserve Farm and Ranch Traditions

BISMARCK, ND March 8, 2012 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Secretary of Interior Ken Salazar today announced a new $33 million partnership to use innovate approaches with farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners to restore and protect the habitats for seven specific wildlife species while also helping other vulnerable and game species.

 

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Applications for Organic Initiative due March 30

BISMARCK, ND March 7, 2012 – USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) State Conservationist Mary Podoll reminds potential applicants to contract their local NRCS office to find out if they are eligible for the agency’s Organic Initiative. Applications for the second ranking period of 2012 are due at NRCS offices by close of business on March 30, 2012.

 

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NRCS Working with Producers to Conserve Energy

BISMARCK, ND December 6, 2011 – North Dakota Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is offering financial and technical assistance to help farmers and ranchers conserve energy. The On-Farm Energy Initiative is a nation-wide initiative intended to assist eligible producers conserve energy in on-farm settings.