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






