Provide technical assistance in michigan

The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) awarded Tuscola County Soil Conservation District a $150,000 Cooperative Agreement under the Conservation Reserve Program (CFDA 10.069) to provide technical assistance in Michigan. The agreement, effective from September 30, 2025, through September 30, 2027, supports the USDA's voluntary conservation initiative by delivering technical assistance and capacity-building services to advance conservation practice adoption on environmentally sensitive agricultural lands.

Under this award, the Tuscola County Soil Conservation District will deliver complementary technical assistance services to enhance Conservation Reserve Program effectiveness and reach within the county. These services complement the program's core function of contracting with landowners to implement conservation practices that reduce soil erosion, improve water quality, and support wildlife habitat. The two-year funding supports the district's infrastructure and staffing to facilitate program delivery and stakeholder engagement in Michigan's conservation efforts.