Statewide technical assistance for micro irrigation systems in high tunnels and urban agriculture

The Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas received a $177,042 Cooperative Agreement award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Soil and Water Conservation Program (CFDA 10.902) to provide statewide technical assistance for micro irrigation systems in high tunnels and urban agriculture in Arkansas. The three-year project, which began on September 30, 2024, will support sustainable farming practices, natural resource conservation, and community development through the delivery of technical assistance and educational resources to farmers, ranchers, and agricultural stakeholders across the state. The award enables the Division of Agriculture to leverage its expertise as a land-grant institution and collaborate with other organizations to advance the program's objectives of enhancing agricultural productivity, promoting water-efficient irrigation, and fostering the adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices.