Secretary Vilsack announces funding for conservation projects

RCPP Funds Contribute to Conservation Projects across US

The new USDA Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) designates $370 million of federal funding to support 115 projects in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. The projects are also estimated to receive an additional $400 million in partner contributions. RCPP awards funds to projects designed by local partners for conservation purposes, including improving wildlife habitat on private lands.

Read more about RCPP and see the full list of funding projects on the NRCS website.

Header Image: Secretary Vilsack announces funding for conservation projects
Image Credit: Valentino Reyes, USDA