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NRCS payment rates by state, county, and conservation practice activity.

Provides pasture management technical assistance and financial assistance to Vermont farmers to improve water quality and on-farm livestock exclusion from surface waters statewide.

Policy and guidance on requesting a fee for service or denial of service from the Farm Service Agency, the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Rural Business Service, the Rural Housing Service, or the Rural Utilities Service.

Regional and state-specific resources for climate adaptation and mitigation, from funding resources to production, infrastructure, nutrient management, efficiency, alternative energy, and much more.

Provides technical and financial assistance to support the long-term installation of perennial vegetation. Funds the establishment of filter strips, pasture/hay plantings, grassed waterways, and other erosion or grade control infrastructure.

Grants up to $5,000 for small US farms doing projects that promote sustainable practices and community impact.

The 1990 Farm Bill created the 2501 Program to help underserved farmers, ranchers and foresters who have historically experienced limited access to USDA programs and services. Grants are awarded to community-based and non-profit organizations, higher education institutions and eligible tribal entities.

A toolkit for urban farmers covering start-up costs, land access, access to capital, mentorship, infrastructure, production strategies, applying for grants, market development, and indoor growing systems.

The Disaster Resource Center provides information on how to prepare for, recover from, and build resilience during disasters and emergencies. Includes critical resources covering drought, pest and disease, weather events, and fire.

USDA Service Centers provide access to Farm Service Agency, NRCS, and Rural Development services at one location.

A summary of USDA Rural Development's dozens of financial assistance programs, including energy and business programs.

Monthly awards recognize farmers whose businesses are contributing to a resilient Vermont agricultural landscape and demonstrate environmental stewards. Grants fund Vermont farm resilience-building projects. Three application cycles annually.

The Vermont NRCS webpage contains Vermont-specific information, tools, and resources related to conservation. You can find news, funding support, technical and programmatic information, contact information, success stories, event listings, and more.

Whole-Farm Revenue Protection offers a single insurance policy covering all farm commodities, including specialty and organic products. For any farm with up to $17 million in insured revenue, or those marketing to local, specialty, or direct markets.