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Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials for fiscal year (FY) 2026

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Amount
Not specified
Deadline
July 27, 2026
Bootstrap Score
7/10
Complexity
8/10

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About This Opportunity

This is a grant opportunity from the USDA-NRCS for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials. It's designed for entities looking to implement and test innovative conservation approaches on working agricultural lands. Recipients get funding to support these trials, aiming to develop and demonstrate new conservation technologies and systems.

Application Guide

Process
WRITTEN PROPOSAL
Difficulty
8/10
Selection Criteria

Specific selection criteria are not provided in the raw description, but typically federal grants evaluate proposals based on innovation, technical merit, project feasibility, environmental benefits, and applicant capacity.

Tips for Applicants

Focus on clearly articulating the innovative aspects of your conservation trial and how it addresses specific agricultural or environmental challenges. Highlight the potential for broad adoption and measurable impact.

Geographic Coverage

NATIONAL

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Last verified: 6/16/2026

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