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Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials for fiscal year (FY) 2026 is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). This program stimulates the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies on working agricultural lands.
Projects can address priorities such as grazing land management, nutrient management, and soil health, which could include practices beneficial for pollinator habitat and grassland conservation. For-profit entities are eligible if their primary business is related to agriculture.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants include special district governments, public and state controlled institutions of higher education, city or township governments, state governments, for-profit organizations (other than small businesses if their primary business is related to agriculture), nonprofits, Native American tribal organizations, county governments, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, and small businesses. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $250,000 - $5,000,000 (Award Ceiling: $5,000,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials for fiscal year (FY) 2026 are due July 27, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials for fiscal year (FY) 2026 is funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Classic for federal fiscal year (FY) 2026 is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The RCPP funds partnerships between conservation groups and agricultural producers to enhance soil, water, and wildlife conservation in multi-state or watershed-scale projects. NRCS works with partners to plan and carry out projects on farms, ranches, and private forest land. The program provides funding to support both partners and producers. Proposals are selected competitively based on their impact, partner contributions, and partnership management.
Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) Classic for federal fiscal year (FY) 2026 is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC). The Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) promotes collaboration with partners to improve natural resources on farms, ranches, and private forest land. Projects can focus on various natural resource concerns, including those that would support pollinator habitat, native wildflower restoration, and grassland conservation. Small businesses are eligible to apply as partners.
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