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covered bridge in the McKenzie Watershed

USDA Extends Sign-up for 2008 Conservation Security Program

WASHINGTON, May 7, 2008—NRCS Chief Arlen Lancaster announced that producers in 51 eligible watersheds nationwide will have two additional weeks to apply for the Conservation Security Program in fiscal year 2008. The sign-up began April 18, 2008 and now ends May 30, 2008. Originally, the sign-up was scheduled to end on May 16, 2008. NRCS is extending the sign-up to give farmers and ranchers as much time as possible to gather their natural resource information and complete the required self-assessment and applicant interview. 

Large-scale and traditional growers - as well as small acreage producers - in Oregon’s McKenzie Watershed, located east of Eugene, are encouraged to apply.
...More CSP Info -- Oregon
...NRCS News Release, May 7, 2008
...More CSP Info -- National

Conservation planning today for a better tomorrow.

Online Conservation Planning Information for Landowners

The Oregon Conservation Planning web site provides basic information to begin the voluntary conservation planning process or to identify new strategies and improvements for your operation.  The site includes:

  • Planning and developing conservation measures
  • Overview of more than 30 common conservation practices for Oregon
  • How to seek technical and financial assistance

The Conservation Planning web site was developed to help landowners and producers identify strategies and assistance for measures that:  improve operations, protect water quality and quantity; promote high quality, productive soils; develop healthy plant and animal communities; and more!
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Wahl Family on farm

Conservation... Our Purpose.  Our Passion

The purpose and passion for conservation is shared among many. It is shared between NRCS employees and partners who help people help the land. And it is shared by the landowners with whom we work. Our passion is manifested through the benefits derived from stewardship of private lands—benefits we all enjoy, such as cleaner water and air, improved soils and abundant wildlife habitat.

Learn about our stories, the stories of conservation made possible through a shared purpose, a shared passion and a shared commitment to conservation
...More Info -- Oregon
...More Info -- National

Snow Survey Link

Snow

Water is Mother Nature's gold in the West. The Natural Resources Conservation Service Snow Survey and Water Supply Forecasting Program provides critical information to assist water users in making the best management decisions possible.

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Helping People Help The Land

Last Modified:  05/08/2008