Conservation Stories
Waterbird RCPP Application Deadline Fast Approaching
The California Rice Commission successfully renewed its Waterbird-focused Regional Conservation Partnership Program (Waterbird RCPP) in 2025, and applications are now being accepted.
There are two RCPP-specific application deadlines in 2026:
January 23 and April 10
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Reminder – Application Deadlines for NRCS Programs including Waterbird RCPP
Application Deadlines for various NRCS programs are approaching. Please visit your local NRCS office to apply.
There is one application deadline in 2026 for most major NRCS Conservation Programs including Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), and Regenerative Pilot Program (RPP): January 15
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Application Deadline Fast Approaching for Bid4Birds
The California Ricelands Waterbird Foundation is currently soliciting applications for the Bid4Birds habitat program this spring. Applications are submitted through the Foundation website, and the enrollment period closes on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
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Reminder – Spring Bid4Birds Application Period Open
The California Ricelands Waterbird Foundation is currently soliciting applications for the Bid4Birds habitat program this spring. Applications are submitted through the Foundation website and the application period closes on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
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USDA NRCS Batching Deadline – January 15
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced a national batching deadline of January 15, 2026, for most major NRCS Conservation Programs.
Programs included:
- Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)
- Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP)
- Regenerative Pilot Program (RPP)