United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

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  • Climate-Smart Commodities: Second Funding Pool

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    USDA is committed to supporting a diverse set of farmers, ranchers and forest owners through climate solutions that increase resilience, expand market opportunities and strengthen rural America. The new Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities opportunity provides up to $1 billion for pilot projects that create market opportunities for commodities produced using climate-smart practices. USDA is now accepting project applications for fiscal year 2022.

  • USDA Funding: Climate Smart Commodities (Funding Pool #2)

    USDA to Invest $1 Billion in Climate Smart Commodities, Expanding Markets, Strengthening Rural America The U.S. Department of Agriculture is delivering on its promise to expand markets by investing $1 billion in partnerships to support America’s climate-smart farmers, ranchers and forest landowners. The new Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities opportunity will finance pilot projects that create…

  • Conservation Outcomes Web Series

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    Conservation Outcomes Web Series: Emerging Findings on the Effects of Cover Crops on Grassland Birds April 25  12:00pm-1:00pm As the use of cover crops to improve soil health and reduce…

  • Conservation Reserve Program Outcomes Webinar

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    Conservation Reserve Program Outcomes Webinar May 23, 2024  01:00pm-02:00pm Spatial Models of Grassland Quality and Risk of Conversion for Evaluating CRP Enrollment Presenter: Kevin W. Barnes, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Abstract: Grasslands, especially those on the economic margin, face mounting threats from agricultural expansion and development. To safeguard these valuable systems, Grassland CRP offers financial…

  • Conservation Outcomes Webinar Series

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    Conservation Outcomes Webinar Series June 20, 2024  12:00pm-01:00pm  On June 20 at 12:00pm , Dr. Elissa Olimpi will share findings on the value of pollinator practices applied through voluntary conservation programs including the Natural Resources Conservation Service’s Environmental Quality Incentives Program and Conservation Stewardship Program and the Farm Service Agency’s Conservation Reserve Program. This free, one-hour…

  • Taxes on Grant Awards Webinar

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    Taxes on Grant Awards Webinar July 17, 2024 11:00am-12:30pm In most cases, the funds from USDA grant awards are taxable income. This webinar provides information on the potential effects of grant programs on taxes and discusses offsetting tax deductions from the use of these funds. Zoom Registration

  • Yesterday’s Phosphorus, Today’s Water Quality Webinar

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    Conservation Outcomes Webinar: Yesterday's Phosphorus, Today's Water Quality: Conservation Insights from the USDA Legacy Phosphorus Assessment Webinar August 22, 2024 12:00pm-1:00pm Phosphorus, a critical fertilizer nutrient required for crop production, can trigger unwanted changes to aquatic systems when it ends up in our water bodies. For producers and conservationists, testing the soil and managing today’s…

  • North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Summary and Outlook

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    North Central U.S. Climate and Drought Summary and Outlook April 17  11:00AM-12:00PM This is a National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and climate partners (U.S. Dept of Agriculture, American Association of State Climatologists, and others) monthly briefing that covers the region from the Rockies to the Great Lakes. Subject matter includes a summary of past…

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    USDA BFR Veterans Webinar Series

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    USDA BFR Veterans Webinar Series May 14-May 15  12:00PM-02:30PM (May 14), 12:00PM-02:00PM (May 15)  Join USDA for a free webinar series for military veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses on how to work with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to prepare for a career in agriculture. This webinar series is designed to provide…

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    USDA BFR Veterans Webinar Series

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    USDA BFR Veterans Webinar Series May 14-May 15  12:00PM-02:30PM (May 14), 12:00PM-02:00PM (May 15)  Join USDA for a free webinar series for military veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses on how to work with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to prepare for a career in agriculture. This webinar series is designed to provide…

  • Tax Considerations for Agri-Tourism Operations Webinar

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    Tax Considerations for Agri-Tourism Operations Webinar May 27  11:30AM-1:30PM  Often agritourism involves both Form 1040 Schedule C and Schedule F activities as well as some sales and property tax considerations. Join Rob Holcomb and Kevin Burkett for an overview of relevant tax law affecting these operations. Click here to register.