Activities will increase the knowledge, expertise and availability of taps working with producers to increase their participation in new and existing grazing coalitions; and expand and establish…

Chico State Enterprises received a $999,956 Cooperative Agreement from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) under the Soil and Water Conservation program (CFDA 10.902), effective July 21, 2025, through September 15, 2028. The award funds activities to increase the knowledge, expertise, and availability of Technical Agricultural Professionals (TAPs) who work with agricultural producers to enhance their participation in new and existing grazing coalitions and expand peer-group networks across California.

This cooperative agreement supports conservation technical assistance delivery focused on grazing lands management and producer engagement. By strengthening TAP capacity and facilitating producer participation in collaborative grazing coalitions and peer-learning groups, the project aims to advance sustainable land management practices and improve conservation outcomes within California's agricultural sector. The initiative aligns with NRCS priorities to deliver one-on-one conservation planning and support for implementing proven conservation technologies through locally-based, technically-skilled professionals.

Activities will increase the knowledge, expertise and availability of taps working with producers to increase their participation in new and existing grazing coalitions; and expand and establish peer-groups.