Establish a framework for cooperation and delivery of conservation programs in south texas

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) awarded a $300,000 Cooperative Agreement to South Texas Advancement Resource, a non-profit organization, under the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (CFDA 10.912). The funding, effective October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2026, will be used to establish a framework for cooperation and delivery of conservation programs in South Texas. The agreement specifies the responsibilities of both parties for successful implementation, focusing on promoting agricultural production, forest management, and environmental quality in the region. South Texas Advancement Resource will provide financial and technical support to local agricultural and forest landowners, create detailed conservation plans, facilitate innovative environmental practices, and support sustainable land management strategies that balance productivity with ecological preservation.

This agreement specifies the responsibilities of both parties for successful implementation of the agreement.