conservation · Natural Resources Conservation Service · Rule · Published 2005-01-11 · Effective 2005-01-11 · 70 FR 1789
Document
Document number
05-511
Federal Register citation
70 FR 1789
CFR reference
7 CFR 1466
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
conservation
Sub-agency
Natural Resources Conservation Service
Publication date
2005-01-11
Effective date
2005-01-11
Abstract
In this document, the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) affirms, with changes, the provisions of an interim final rule that added provisions regarding Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) to the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). The regulations implement statutory provisions designed to provide competitive grants to eligible Indian Tribes; State or local units of government; non- governmental organizations; and individuals. The purpose of CIG is to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies while leveraging the Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection, in conjunction with agricultural production.