High Tunnel Systems Implementation and Use

NRCS, an agency under the USDA, in the South Carolina is responsible for implementing the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP).

Under this program, NRCS enters into contracts with farmers, ranchers, and/or forestry producers to implement specific conservation practices to address identified

resource concerns.

ln South Carolina, High Tunnel Systems are installed to extend the growing season for producers and increase access to local foods.

In addition, NRCS is responsible for providing technical assistance to producers addressing this resource concern.

NRCS is seeking assistance to provide additional technical assistance to these High Tunnel System participants for installation and management.

This assistance must be provided in two main objectives.

First, to provide landowners with technical assistance for installation of High Tunnel Systems.

Second, to provide workshops or similar events to educate participants on the long-term management of the system including:
irrigation water management, nutrient management, pest management, marketing local foods, and business tools.

NRCS has $100,000 available for a 2-year agreement with a qualify local or state government entity or any nongovernment organization who has the common goal of helping people conserve, maintain, and improve our natural resources and environment.

Proposals are requested from Federally recognized tribal governments, State and local units of government, non-governmental organizations, and institutions of higher learning for competitive consideration of grant or agreement awards for projects 2 years in duration.

This notice identifies the objectives, eligibility criteria, and application instructions for projects.

Proposals will be screened for completeness and compliance with the provisions of this notice.

Incomplete and/or noncompliant proposals will be eliminated from competition, and notification of elimination will be sent to the applicant.

Related Programs

Environmental Quality Incentives Program

Department of Agriculture


Agency: Department of Agriculture

Office: Natural Resources Conservation Service

Estimated Funding: $100,000


Who's Eligible


Relevant Nonprofit Program Categories





Obtain Full Opportunity Text:
South Carolina NRCS website

Additional Information of Eligibility:
Other Eligible Applicants include the following: Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions; Hispanic-serving Institutions; Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs); Indian/Native American Tribal Governments (Other than Federally Recognized); Non-domestic (non-U.S.) Entities (Foreign Organizations); Regional Organizations; Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities (TCCUs) ; U. S. Territory or Possession.

Full Opportunity Web Address:
https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/site/sc/home/

Contact:


Agency Email Description:
Grants Management Specialist

Agency Email:


Date Posted:
2018-05-23

Application Due Date:


Archive Date:
2018-08-14


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