Cost Share Projects for Landowners
Landowner Cost Share Project Opportunities
The Valley Soil and Water Conservation District offers financial assistance for a variety of conservation projects on private lands. These cost-share programs help reduce the financial burden of implementing best management practices that protect water quality, improve soil health, and enhance natural resources. Funding availability and program details vary by year. Contact the District to learn about current opportunities and eligibility requirements for the following project types:
Cost Share Grant Funding for Agriculture Best Management Practices
Projects developed for Irrigated Cropland, Nonirrigated Cropland, Grazing, Wetland, Waste Management Systems -
NRCS EQIP – Learn More & Apply Here
State Agricultural BMP - Learn More & Apply Here
Federal 319 Water Quality Projects - Learn More & Apply Here
WQPA - Water Quality Program for Agricultural - Learn More & Apply Here
USBR WaterSMART - Learn More & Apply Here
VSWCD Community Grants - Reach out to Learn More
For any information on these cost share opportunties please contact VSWCD for assistance.
Examples of projects include, but not limited to:
Watering Systems – Develop alternative livestock watering systems to reduce stream bank erosion and improve water quality.
Fencing – Install or upgrade fencing to protect riparian areas, manage livestock grazing, and improve pasture management.
Invasive and Noxious Weed Control – Implement control measures for invasive species that threaten agricultural productivity and native ecosystems.
Soil and Nutrient Management – Adopt practices that improve soil health and optimize nutrient use for sustainable crop production.
Pivot Conversions – Upgrade irrigation systems to center pivot technology for improved water efficiency.
Cover Crops – Plant cover crops to reduce erosion, improve soil structure, and enhance nutrient cycling.
Erosion Control – Install erosion control measures to protect soil resources and prevent sediment delivery to waterways.
Riparian Buffers – Establish or restore vegetated buffers along streams and waterways to filter runoff and stabilize banks.
Stream Bank Restoration – Repair and stabilize eroding stream banks to protect property and improve aquatic habitat.
For complete list of BMPs please refer to NRCS resources.