NRCS Texas Announces a Second Batching Period for the Conservation Stewardship Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Texas announces second batching deadline for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). This includes NRCS' new Regenerative Pilot Program, which provides targeted Farmer First assistance through CSP.

"The NRCS team continues its commitment to Texas producers - advancing conservation, strengthening service delivery, and keeping our promise to the men and women who feed, fuel, and clothe our nation," said NRCS Texas State Conservationist Kristy Oates.

NRCS accepts applications for conservation programs year-round; however, applications must be submitted by May 22, 2026, to be considered for funding in fiscal year 2026 (FY26).

The Regenerative Pilot Program addresses whole-farm resource concerns through support for voluntary regenerative agriculture conservation plans. It puts American farmers first as part of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative by supporting access to American-grown whole foods, critical to addressing the chronic disease crisis nationwide.

More Information

To learn more about NRCS programs, producers can contact their local USDA Service Center. Producers can also apply for NRCS programs, manage conservation plans and contracts, and view and print conservation maps by logging into their farmers.gov account. If you don't have an account, sign up today.

For 90 years, NRCS has helped farmers, ranchers and forestland owners make investments in their operations and local communities to improve the quality of our air, water, soil, and wildlife habitat. NRCS uses the latest science and technology to help keep working lands working, boost agricultural economies, and increase the competitiveness of American agriculture. NRCS provides one-on-one, personalized advice and financial assistance and works with producers to help them reach their goals through voluntary, incentive-based conservation programs. For more information, visit nrcs.usda.gov.