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  • NRCS Highlights Benefits of New Regenerative Pilot Program

    NRCS Chief Aubrey J.D. Bettencourt has outlined a new initiative designed to streamline conservation efforts. The Regenerative Pilot Program aims to help producers cut through red tape to plan and implement whole-farm regenerative practices. NRCS Launches Regenerative Pilot Program to Support Whole-Farm Conservation Washington, D.C. — February 2026 NRCS Chief Aubrey J.D. Bettencourt has announced…

  • New NRCS Regenerative Pilot Program

    The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has launched a landmark initiative: the NRCS Regenerative Pilot Program. Investing $700 million, this farmer-first approach shifts focus from isolated practices to holistic, whole-farm regenerative agriculture plans that prioritize soil health and nutrient density. New NRCS Regenerative Pilot Program Launches with $700 Million Investment December 2025 In December 2025,…

  • Biden-Harris Administration Announces $90 Million in Innovative Projects that Help Conserve Natural Resources and Address Climate Change as Part of Investing in America Agenda

    Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $90 million in 53 Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) projects, which support the development of new tools, approaches, practices and technologies to further natural resource conservation on private lands. This year, increased funds were available because of President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act,…

  • Science Corner

    Reading the Ground: Evaluating Soil Health for Sustainable Agri-Food Systems Soil quality is the bedrock of agriculture, serving as the foundation for crop growth, productivity, and overall ecosystem health. As global populations continue to rise, the demand for food production escalates, placing tremendous pressure on agricultural systems. In this context, sustainable agriculture is not desirable…