# USDA Funds 42 Conservation Projects

On October 27, 2026, USDA announced more than $325 million for 42 Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) projects supporting farm and forest operations, conservation practices, and natural-resource outcomes. The funding may create work for contractors and conservation organizations in technical assistance, conservation planning and implementation, precision agriculture, infrastructure, easements, and tribal-led projects; the announcement does not identify open solicitations or procurement contacts.

- The RCPP announcement includes a $30 million set-aside for projects with Indian Tribes, creating a distinct funding opportunity for tribal-led conservation work.
- Firms with relevant capabilities can assess potential fit in the listed project areas, including conservation implementation and infrastructure improvements.
- Because no solicitations, procurement contacts, or individual project opportunities are specified, treat this as a funding and market signal—not an active bid.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Environment
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** October 28, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
- Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
- Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship
- Lummi Nation
- Nooksack Indian Tribe

### Vendors
- Tall Timbers Research, Inc. (project lead)
- Texas Agricultural Land Trust (project lead)

### Key Quotes
> The Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) pairs private investment with federal funds to deliver better results.
> — Brooke L. Rollins, Secretary of Agriculture

> This RCPP gives us the flexibility to support infrastructure improvements and expand the program to serve livestock producers in more Iowa counties.
> — Mike Naig, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture

> Through RCPP, we are leveraging the power of public-private partnerships to deliver meaningful results for farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.
> — Colton L. Buckley, Chief of USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service

### Sources
- [USDA Invests Over $325 million in 42 Projects to Boost Farm Operations and Conserve Natural Resources | Natural Resources Conservation Service](https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs-initiatives/regional-conservation-partnership-program/news/usda-invests-over-325-million) - USDA