Acquire and use the natural resource conservation expertise of individuals age 55 or older through the agricultural conservation EXP erienced services (aces) program to provide technical services in…

The Department of Agriculture National Resources Conservation Service awarded National Experienced Workforce Solutions, Inc., a cooperative agreement valued at $1.732 million on January 1, 2026, to acquire and deploy conservation professionals aged 55 or older through the Agricultural Conservation Experienced Services (ACES) program, providing technical services in support of USDA-NRCS conservation-related programs in Minnesota through December 4, 2030.

The recipient furnishes experienced conservation expertise to advance NRCS's mission by placing senior-level professionals into technical assistance roles. Performance occurs throughout Minnesota. The award is registered under the Conservation Stewardship Program (CFDA 10.924), which provides financial and technical assistance to eligible producers for conservation and enhancement of soil, water, air, and related natural resources.

Acquire and use the natural resource conservation expertise of individuals age 55 or older through the agricultural conservation EXP erienced services (aces) program to provide technical services in support of the conservation related programs in furtherance of USDA-nrcs mission in minnesota.