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USDA Announces Recipients of Conservation Innovation Grants in 40 States

Grants support pioneering efforts in conserving and protecting natural resources, enhancing agricultural productivity  

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WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–August 22, 2011—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the winning proposals for the 2011 Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG). Through CIG, the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is investing nearly $22.5 million in innovative conservation technologies and approaches that address a broad array of existing and emerging natural resource issues.

“We’re announcing more than 52 grants today—these are 52 opportunities to…

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