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 a $750,000 cooperative agreement to National Experienced Workforce Solutions, Inc., on December 26, 2025, to acquire and deploy individuals age 55 or older through the Agricultural Conservation Experienced Services (ACES) program to provide technical services supporting conservation-related programs in California in furtherance of USDA-NRCS' mission.

The recipient recruits and deploys experienced workers aged 55 and older into temporary federal positions. Under this award, these individuals will deliver technical assistance in support of NRCS conservation programs operating in California. Performance extends through January 31, 2027, with work performed in California.

The funding is obligated at $750,000, derived from the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (CFDA 10.912), which promotes agricultural production, forest management, and environmental quality as compatible national goals and optimizes environmental benefits on eligible land.

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 california.