There's never been a better time to apply for CSP, EQIP

If you are a farmer or rancher, there has never been a better time to apply for popular conservation programs offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In Nebraska, the deadline to submit initial paperwork for the Conservation Stewardship Program and Environmental Quality Incentives Program is Nov. 17.

For years, CSP and EQIP have provided financial and technical assistance to implement beneficial practices on agricultural lands, like cover crops and rotational grazing. In 2022 alone, 1.7 million acres were enrolled in CSP and EQIP in Nebraska.

While popular, the programs usually have lim...