2007 is a Big Year for Conservation in Florida

Randall Weiseman Florida, USDA-NRCS

The 2007 fiscal year ended last week for USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, and Florida State Conservationist Niles Glasgow says it was a big year for both the Wetlands Reserve Program and EQIP in the state. Report (1:00 mp3)

FL EQIP Batching Signup Deadline

Randall Weiseman Florida, USDA-NRCS

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida reminds farmers and ranchers the batching deadline for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program is nearing.  Report (1:00 mp3)

Mobile Irrigation Lab in Florida

Randall Weiseman Florida, USDA-NRCS

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida has a part to play in helping Lake County Florida growers evaluate their irrigation systems to be more efficient. Report (1:00 mp3)

NRCS Chief on Farm Bill Involvement

Randall Weiseman USDA-NRCS

USDA continues to be very involved in the Farm Bill process, especially when it comes to the conservation title, according to USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Arlen Lancaster. Report (1:00 mp3)

Riparian Buffers Program

Randall Weiseman Alabama, USDA-NRCS

Riparian buffers are good for the environment, wildlife and general aesthetics, and USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama can help with the cost of installing them. Report (1:30 mp3)