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Welcome to the NRCS Connecticut state web site.

Funding Opportunity Available for Vegetable and Specialty Growers

Connecticut is one of several pilot states offering a new conservation practice involving the use of seasonal tunnels. Deadline for this year's initial funding is November 30, 2009.

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USDA-NRCS Provides $4 Million to Protect Farmland in Connecticut

Connecticut State Conservationist Doug Zehner recently announced the agency has received $4 million through the Farm and Ranch Lands Protection Program (FRPP).

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Forest Management Funding Opportunity Available

Interested in receiving planning assistance to manage your forest? NRCS has a new opportunity that may provide you funds to help obtain a conservation plan that will support your forest management.

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Funding Opportunity for On-Farm Energy Audits

Have you ever wondered about what techniques you could utilize to reduce the amount of energy used on your farm? NRCS may have the answer.

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NRCS Announces Sign-Up Period for Three Conservation Programs

NRCS is currently accepting applications for the Agricultural Management Assistance Program, Environmental Quality Incentives Program, and Wildlife Habitat Incentive Program. Applications will be accepted through January 2010.

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NRCS Announces 2nd Statewide Sign-Up for the New Conservation Stewardship Program

NRCS is currently accepting applications for the Conservation Stewardship Program. Applications will be accepted through January 2010. Resource priorities for CSP in Connecticut are plants, animals, soil erosion, and water quality.

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The Natural Resources Conservation Service provides leadership in a partnership effort to help people conserve, maintain, and improve our natural resources and environment.

Last Modified: 11/18/2009