To deliver outreach and education programming to increase awareness of and participation in natural resources conservation service programs, services and leadership opportunities in agriculture and…

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) awarded a $261,296 Cooperative Agreement to the Organic Association of Kentucky Inc. (OAK), a non-profit organization, on February 1, 2024. The purpose of this award under CFDA 10.902 - Soil and Water Conservation is to deliver outreach and education programming to increase awareness and participation in NRCS conservation programs, services, and leadership opportunities related to agriculture and natural resource conservation in Kentucky. The funding will support OAK's efforts to promote organic farming practices, climate-smart agriculture initiatives, and sustainable land management through annual conferences, technical assistance to farmers, and other community engagement activities over the 3-year project period ending on March 31, 2027. OAK has received prior federal grants from USDA agencies to advance organic production, soil health, and conservation practices across Kentucky.

To deliver outreach and education programming to increase awareness of and participation in natural resources conservation service programs, services and leadership opportunities in agriculture and natural resource conservation in kentucky.