This grant opportunity is about partnering with the Fish and Wildlife Service to carry out agricultural activities on National Wildlife Refuge System lands. The goal is to help wildlife by growing specific crops or maintaining habitats. Instead of receiving money, participants might get to use the land and share in the crop yields. This is a cooperative effort where both the participant and the Service contribute resources.
Who it's for: This program is for individuals and small businesses interested in conducting agricultural practices on National Wildlife Refuge System lands. Participants should be willing to work closely with the Fish and Wildlife Service to support conservation and resource management goals.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of interest in conservation or resource management
- Inability to work collaboratively with the Fish and Wildlife Service
- Not being an individual or small business
- Inability to provide necessary labor, equipment, or materials
- Non-compliance with the Refuge Revenue Sharing Act
What You May Need
- Proposal outlining agricultural practices
- Plan for habitat maintenance or rehabilitation
- Details of resources you can provide (labor, equipment, materials)
- Understanding of the Refuge Revenue Sharing Act
- Ability to collaborate with the Fish and Wildlife Service
- Proof of being an individual or small business
- Bid for payment if applicable
Cautions
- This is not a financial grant; no money is awarded.
- Participants must comply with the Refuge Revenue Sharing Act.
- Substantial involvement with the Fish and Wildlife Service is required.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
This program is for individuals and small businesses interested in conducting agricultural practices on National Wildlife Refuge System lands. Participants should be willing to work closely with the Fish and Wildlife Service to support conservation and resource management goals.
Overview
This program is for individuals and small businesses interested in conducting agricultural practices on National Wildlife Refuge System lands. Participants should be willing to work closely with the Fish and Wildlife Service to support conservation and resource management goals.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of interest in conservation or resource management
- Inability to work collaboratively with the Fish and Wildlife Service
- Not being an individual or small business
- Inability to provide necessary labor, equipment, or materials
- Non-compliance with the Refuge Revenue Sharing Act
Use of Funds
There are no federal funds provided. Instead, participants may use NWRS lands for agricultural purposes and share in the crop yields. Participants may also receive access to Service water, equipment, and staff.
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Mar 6, 2024
- Deadline
- Mar 7, 2029(998 days)
- Last Updated
- Mar 6, 2024
Application Checklist
- Review the objectives of the NWRS cooperative agriculture program.
- Prepare a proposal for your agricultural practices on NWRS lands.
- Outline how your activities will support wildlife and habitat goals.
- Gather documentation proving your status as an individual or small business.
- Familiarize yourself with the Refuge Revenue Sharing Act.
- Plan for collaboration with the Fish and Wildlife Service.
- Submit your application by March 7, 2029.