EQIP funds can provide cost-share for conservation practices such as water troughs in pastures to keep cattle out of critical riparian areas.  Credit: USDA NRCS

 

The deadline for Florida NRCS (Natural Resources Conservation Service) applications, specifically for Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), is October 3, 2025, for the Fiscal Year 2026 funding cycle. While NRCS accepts applications year-round, this deadline is for applications to be considered in the upcoming funding cycle, according to the Natural Resources Conservation Service.

For More Information:

Contact Your Local NRCS Service Center
2025 EQIP Fact Sheet

CSP Fact Sheet