The U.S. Department of Agriculture is reminding farmers and landowners to meet upcoming deadlines for key conservation and financial assistance programs, including a May 1 cutoff for certain Conservation Reserve Program enrollments. USDA’s Farm Service Agency said producers can submit offers for a second batching period under the Continuous Conservation Reserve Program through May 1 after acreage remained available following an earlier signup period. Meanwhile, April 17 marked the deadline for General CRP Signup 66 and the Farmer Bridge Assistance program, which has distributed more than $9 billion to row crop producers facing higher costs and trade disruptions. CRP allows landowners to convert environmentally sensitive land into vegetative cover to reduce erosion, improve water quality and enhance wildlife habitat. Officials encouraged producers to contact local USDA offices to ensure they do not miss enrollment opportunities during the busy spring season.
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