Logan County Soil Conservation District

The following is a list of the most commonly used cost-share programs.  For a full listing of cost-share programs go to USDA.

Some practices implemented through EQIP are cross-fencing, water development, tree plantings, no-till incentives, and proper grazing incentives.

A program for people who want to restore, enhance, or create wetlands, and develop or improve wildlife habitat on private lands.  WRP offers long-term easements (30 yrs) or restoration (10 yrs).  It provides assistance to help restore wetland and uplands habitats.

A program that provides financial & technical assistance to conserve & enhance soil, water, air, and related natural resources on their land.  Participation in the program is voluntary.

A program that helps landowners and operators restore and protect grasslands, including rangeland and pasturelands, and certain other lands, while maintaining the areas as grazing lands.

WHIP is a program for people who want to develop and improve wildlife habitat primarily on private lands.  It provides assistance to help establish and improve critical wildlife habitat.

Environmental Quality Incentive Program

Grassland Reserve Program

Conservation Stewardship Program

Wetlands Reserve Program

Wildlife Habitat Incentive Program

NRCS Programs

United States Department of Agriculture   Natural Resources Conservation Service    P.O. Box 1458

Bismarck, North Dakota 58502-1458    Phone: (701) 530-2099    Web: http://www.nd.nrcs.usda.gov

                                                                                                                                                           

 

For Immediate Release                       Contact:    Arlene Deutscher, State Public Affairs Officer

                                                                                 701-530-2099

 

 

 

NRCS Announces Signup for Wetland Wildlife Habitat Funding

 

BISMARCK, ND, July 7, 2011 ----- The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is announcing over $3 million in additional Fiscal Year 2011 conservation program funding specifically dedicated to accelerate the implementation of conservation practices to enhance wetland wildlife habitat on North Dakota working lands.  Financial and technical assistance will be used to help producers manage their wetlands and farmlands in an economical manner while protecting and enhancing habitats for wildlife populations.

 

“These new funds present a wonderful opportunity for producers in this state to select alternatives for managing cropland during wet conditions and, at the same time, provide sustainable habitats for wildlife species,” said Jack Russell, Acting NRCS State Conservationist for North Dakota. “Together, we can help ensure this region continues to support healthy agricultural systems and healthy wildlife populations.”

 

Funding will be disbursed through two previously established NRCS programs—Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP).

 

To learn more about these funding opportunities, we invite you to visit your local NRCS Service Center.  Applications must be received by August 1, 2011, in order to be considered for funding.

 

 

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USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202)-720-6382 (TDD).

 

 NOTICE TO WOMEN AND HISPANIC FARMERS AND RANCHERS:

 

COMPENSATION FOR CLAIMS OF DISCRIMINATION

 

 

If you believe that the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) improperly denied farm loan benefits to you between 1981 and 2000 because you are Hispanic, or because you are female, you may be eligible to apply for compensation. You may be eligible if:

 

1. you sought a farm loan or farm-loan servicing from USDA during that period; and

2. the loan was denied, provided late, approved for a lesser amount than requested, approved with restrictive conditions, or USDA failed to provide an appropriate loan service; and

3. you believe these actions occurred because you are Hispanic or female.

 

If you want to register your name to receive a claims package, you can call the Farmer and Rancher Call Center at 1-888-508-4429 or access the following website: www.farmerclaims.gov

 

In 2011, a Claims Administrator will begin mailing claims packages to those who have requested one through the Call Center or website. The claims package will have detailed information about the eligibility and claims process.

 

In order to participate, you must submit a claim to the Claims Administrator by the end of the claims period.

 

If you are currently represented by counsel regarding allegations of discrimination against USDA or in a lawsuit claiming discrimination by USDA, you should contact your counsel regarding this claims process.

 

USDA Cannot Provide Legal Advice to You.

You are not required to hire an attorney to file a claim, but you may contact a lawyer or other legal services provider in your community for additional guidance.