Farmers and ranchers along the southern Texas border currently impacted by damage to fields and farming infrastructure, including fencing and water structures, are eligible for financial assistance by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).

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“We understand that the field and farming infrastructure damages along the border are costly and have a negative impact on our natural resources that our farmers and ranchers work hard to conserve,” said NRCS Texas State Conservationist Kristy Oates. “Our field offices are ready to assist eligible producers with technical and financial assistance.”

Eligibility

More than 25 conservation practices qualify for assistance, such as fencing, watering facility, range planting and livestock pipeline. 

The funds for this assistance are made available through a targeted initiative in specific border regions of Texas. Eligible counties in Texas include:

Funding is available through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), which provides financial and technical assistance to agricultural producers to address natural resource concerns and deliver environmental benefits.

NRCS accepts applications for conservation programs year-round, however, producers and landowners should apply by July 5, 2022, to be considered for this year’s funding. Enrollment applications will be selected for funding by August 5, 2022. NRCS is allowing early start waivers and a shorter enrollment period to ensure that qualifying farmers and ranchers have quick accessibility to funds.

To apply for EQIP assistance, producers should contact their local USDA Service Center.

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