USDA Announces March 1 Application Deadline For Conservation Stewardship Program In PA

The second deadline for USDA NRCS Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) applications to be considered for funding in Pennsylvania is March 1, 2024. 

Through CSP, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) helps farmers and forest landowners earn payments for expanding conservation activities while maintaining agricultural production on their land. 

CSP also encourages adoption of new technologies and management techniques.

“CSP is a great opportunity for Pennsylvania farmers to be compensated for their land stewardship and to continue improving conservation efforts,” said Denise Coleman, NRCS state conservationist in Pennsylvania. “It is the largest conservation program in the United States that helps land managers enhance natural resources and improve their business operations.”

While applications are accepted throughout the year, interested producers should submit applications to their local NRCS office by the deadline to ensure their applications are considered for 2024 funding.

Click Here for the complete announcement.

Visit the Natural Resource Conservation Service - PA webpage for more information on assistance programs for landowners.

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[Posted: January 3, 2024]  PA Environment Digest