United States Department of Agriculture - National Resource Conservation Services (USDA-NRCS)
The partnership between the BCCD and USDA-NRCS allows us to provide natural resource and land-use management education, technical assistance and access to private land conservation funding to all Berrien County Residents
Farm Bill Programs
Environmental Quality Incentives Program
This program is designed for landowners who want to resolve specific problems with their resources. By enrolling in EQIP, they receive a cost share to implement new vegetative, management, and/or structural practices on their land.
Conservation Stewardship Program
This program is designed for landowners who want to fortify their sustainable practices that they already have. By enrolling in CSP, they receive a cost share to continue their efforts in preserving the natural resources on their land.