Funding Available to Implement Conservation Practices on Organic Farmland

USDA is offering up to $20,000 for organic producers and those transitioning to organic production to implement resource conservation practices on their land. Farmers certified through USDA’s National Organic Program, those transitioning to certified organic production and those who meet organic standards but are exempt from certification due to limited gross annual organic sales are eligible to apply. Fiscal year 2011 is the third year for the USDA Organic Initiative. About $50 million is available this year to plan and implement conservation practices that address natural resource concerns. Producers must visit the local Natural Resources Conservation Service center in order to apply by the March 4 deadline. Learn more.