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Arkansas NRCS News Releases (2009)Arkansas Media Liaison: (Reginald Jackson, 501-301-3133) Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Major Initiative to Improve Health of Mississippi River Basin$320 Million Available for Conservation Projects in Arkansas, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee and WisconsinLITTLE ROCK, September 24, 2009—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced a new initiative to improve water quality and the overall health of the Mississippi River Basin in taped remarks to the Gulf Hypoxia Task Force Meeting in Des Moines, Iowa. The Mississippi River Basin Healthy Watersheds Initiative (MRBI) will provide approximately $320 million over the next four years for voluntary projects in priority watersheds located in Arkansas and 11 other key states. Participation in this initiative, which will be managed by USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), will be made available through a competitive process for potential partners at the local, State and national levels. NRCS Awards Contract for Logan County Reservoir Repair WorkRecovery Act Assistance will Help Logan County in ArkansasLITTLE ROCK, ARK., Sept. 2, 2009 – The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Arkansas awarded a $42,400 contract Aug. 18 for repairs to the Upper Petit Jean Watershed Site 9 in Logan County. Federal Conservation Agency Begins Statewide Sign-up for the New Conservation Stewardship ProgramSign-Up Began Aug. 10, 2009Little Rock, Ark., Aug. 12, 2009 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will begin continuous sign-up for the new Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) on August 10 in Arkansas. The first cutoff for ranking purposes is scheduled for Sept. 30, State Conservationist Kalven L. Trice announced today. NRCS, White River Irrigation District Announce $1.38 million to Improve Water Quality in ArkansasLITTLE ROCK, ARK., July 30, 2009 -- U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service State Conservationist Kalven L. Trice today announced the availability of $1.38 million for water conservation and water quality improvements on agricultural working lands in portions of Arkansas. Deputy Secretary Merrigan Announces First National Sign-Up for New Conservation Stewardship ProgramContinuous Enrollment for Producers Begins Aug. 10Little Rock, Ark., Aug. 6, 2009 –Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will begin continuous sign-up for the new Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) on August 10 with the first signup period cutoff scheduled for September 30. CSP is a voluntary program that encourages agricultural and forestry producers to maintain existing conservation activities and adopt additional ones on their operations. NRCS Reopens Sign Up for New Organic Initiative, June 5 through June 26, 2009LITTLE ROCK, ARK., June 5, 2009 — Arkansas will receive more than $1.1 million for a new initiative to meet the Obama Administration’s promise to encourage more organic agriculture production. Nationwide, $50 million is allocated to the program. Funding for the initiative is being made available as part of the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Eight Floodplain Easement Selections in Arkansas Through Recovery Act FundingTERRE HAUTE, Ind., June 2, 2009 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today selected 289 applications for the first national sign-up for floodplain easements under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. The easements will cover more the 36,000 acres of land in 36 states. Eight easements were selected in Arkansas on 1,501 acres for $2,237,586. NRCS Accepting Second Round of 2009 WHIP Applications through June 19, 2009Little Rock, Ark., May 28, 2009 – Farmers and landowners in Arkansas have until June 19, 2009, to submit applications for a second round of sign ups to receive cost-share assistance to implement conservation activities through the Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP) for the 2009 program year. Applicants can sign up at their local USDA/NRCS field service center. Natural Resources Conservation Service Accepting Grassland Reserve Program Applications through May 29Little Rock, AR, May 15, 2009 – Farmers and landowners in Arkansas have until May 29, 2009, to submit applications for the Grassland Reserve Program. The signup is continuous, but all applications meeting the eligibility requirements that have been submitted by close of business May 29, will be ranked and considered for 2009 funding. The program is for working grazing lands. Land established in grass and enrolled in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) that is set to expire within the next 12 months is also eligible. Agriculture Deputy Secretary Merrigan Announces Funding for New Organics InitiativeMore than $1.1 Million Available in ArkansasWASHINGTON, May 5, 2009— Speaking today to the USDA National Organic Standards Board (NOSB), Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan announced Arkansas will receive more than $1.1 million for a new initiative to meet the Obama Administration’s promise to encourage more organic agriculture production. Nationwide, $50 million is allocated to the program. Funding for the initiative is being made available as part of the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). USDA in Arkansas: Progress Report on First 100 DaysUSDA Working to Foster Rural Economic Development, Provide Nutritious Food for all AmericansLittle Rock, Ark., April 30, 2009 – On the 100th day of the Obama administration, USDA reflected on the new course it has set to promote a sustainable, safe, sufficient and nutritious food supply, to ensure that America leads the global fight against climate change, and to revitalize rural communities by expanding economic opportunities. Although he is focused on the difficult challenges ahead, Agriculture Secretary Vilsack said he was pleased with the changes that USDA is bringing to communities across America. NRCS Provides Technical and Financial Assistance to Landowners for Ice Storm CleanupLittle Rock, Ark., April 30, 2009 – The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service is providing Arkansas landowners funding through the Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) program for the removal of ice storm debris from stream channels and bridge structures caused by the Jan. 26-27 ice storm. Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces $84.8 Million for Vital Watershed ProjectsRecovery Act Assistance will Help Logan County in ArkansasWASHINGTON, April 16, 2009 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the USDA will be sending $84.8 million to state and local governments to improve water quality, increase water supply, decrease soil erosion, and improve fish and wildlife habitat in rural communities as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009. Arkansas will receive $134,000 for repairs to the Upper Petit Jean Watershed Site No. 9 project. The 310-acre reservoir in Logan County provides flood control for 19,872 acres and water supply for the city of Booneville. Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces $45 Million for Rehabilitating Flood Control StructuresRecovery Act Project in Scott County to Protect Public and PropertyLITTLE ROCK, April 15, 2009 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture is distributing $45 million in Recovery Act funds to rehabilitate aging flood control structures nationwide. These projects will help revitalize dams and rural economies by creating jobs and supporting local businesses that supply needed products and services. NRCS Accepting 2009 EQIP Air Quality Initiative Applications in Crittenden County through April 17, 2009Little Rock, Ark., April 1, 2009 – Farmers and landowners in Crittenden County, Ark., have until April 17, 2009, to submit applications to receive cost-share assistance to implement conservation activities through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Air Quality Initiative for the 2009 program year. Applicants can sign up at the Marion Field Service Center. Water Enhancement ProgramProposals must be submitted by April 1, 2009WASHINGTON, March 26, 2009—U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS) has re-opened its Request for Proposals for the Agricultural Water Enhancement Program (AWEP), established in the new farm bill to promote ground and surface water conservation and water quality improvement, said Kalven L. Trice, State Conservationist for USDA-NRCS in Arkansas. Extension Announced for Floodplain Easement AssistanceWASHINGTON, March 26, 2009 — The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) extended the sign-up period until April 10 for funding available to eligible landowners through the floodplain easement component of the Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP). NRCS Accepting 2009 EQIP and WHIP Applications through April 17, 2009Little Rock, Ark., March 26, 2009 – Farmers and landowners in Arkansas have until April 17, 2009, to submit applications to receive cost-share assistance to implement conservation activities through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP) for the 2009 program year. Applicants can sign up at their local USDA/NRCS field service center. State Technical Committee MeetingLittle Rock, Ark., March 24, 2009 – The State Technical Committee will meet April 13, 2009, at Farm Bureau, located at 10720 Kanis Road in Little Rock. The meeting will begin at 10 a.m. in Conference Room A, and adjourn at 1 p.m. Agenda items include Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP) considerations and cost-share program payment schedules. State Technical Committee meetings are open to the public. Arkansas NRCS Announces Funding for Innovation GrantsLittle Rock, Arkansas -- Kalven L. Trice, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) state conservationist, announced $338,215 of available funding for new technology or approaches under the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG). Vilsack Announces First Wave of USDA Economic Stimulus FundingWASHINGTON, March 10, 2009 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced USDA will be delivering its first actions implementing the $28 billion provided in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Recovery Act). USDA Will Restore and Protect Flood-Prone Lands Nationwide with Economic Recovery FundingWASHINGTON, March 9, 2009 — U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will provide up to $145 million to eligible landowners nationwide through the floodplain easement component of its Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) Program, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today. The funds will be used to restore an estimated 60,000 acres of frequently flooded land to its natural state and create jobs.
NRCS Extends Application Period for Conservation Innovation Grants to March 20Highlights efforts to stimulate economy, create jobs and assist rural communitiesThe U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced the application period for 2009 Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) funding has been extended to March 20. The previous deadline to submit applications was March 2. NRCS Provides Technical and Financial Assistance to Landowners for Ice Storm CleanupLittle Rock, Ark., Feb. 18, 2009 – The U. S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service is providing Arkansas landowners funding through the Emergency Watershed Protection program for the removal of storm debris (remains of damaged or downed trees) from stream channels, culverts and bridge structures caused by the January 2009 ice storm. USDA Announces Fiscal Year 2009 Sign-Up for $20 Million in Conservation Innovation GrantsWASHINGTON, Jan. 16, 2009 - Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Chief Arlen Lancaster today announced the availability of program funding for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for fiscal year (FY) 2009. The CIG program is designed to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies. Additional InformationLast Modified: 09/25/2009 |
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