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Conservation Innovation Grants

Authorized under the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) is a voluntary program intended to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative conservation approaches and technologies while leveraging the Federal investment in environmental enhancement and protection, in conjunction with agricultural production.

There was up to $15 million available nationally for CIG.  Proposals were due March 20, 2006.

For more information, please visit National CIG Homepage

In 2004, Georgia had two grants funded--both with the University of Georgia.

University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc. (Georgia)
$501,850
Demonstration of Variable-Rate Irrigation for Water Conservation and Application Optimization
In rural and farm communities, efficient water use is critical for sustainable economic development. Optimal irrigation efficiency can lead to substantial water conservation and increased crop yields. The purpose of this project is to demonstrate the use, benefits, and effectiveness of an innovative variable-rate irrigation system designed to improve irrigation management, enhance water conservation, and attain optimal application efficiency.

University of Georgia Research Foundation, Inc. (Georgia)
$60,000
Using Cropping Alternatives to Improve Water Quality in High-Nutrient Status Farms
In the Southern Piedmont region of Georgia, many farm fields have high soil test phosphorous levels which may result in increased risk of phosphorous contamination to surface water bodies. The purpose of this project is to demonstrate the effectiveness of three different cropping systems in reducing nutrient flow into streams, thereby improving water quality and profitability for landowners and increasing the probability of adoption.

For more information about the fiscal year 2005 national competition, please visit the NRCS CIG website.

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