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The '''Regional Conservation Partnership Program''' (RCPP) is designed to foster partnerships between the [[Natural Resources Conservation Service]] (NRCS) and other organizations to address natural resource concerns on agricultural land. It emphasizes innovative, locally-led solutions to conservation challenges. {{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/programs/financial/rcpp/}} ==Goals== * Enhance the restoration and sustainable use of soil, water, and wildlife resources. * Increase the use of conservation activities on agricultural land through partnership-driven approaches. * Specific targets include improving water quality, enhancing wildlife habitat, and promoting soil health. ==Organization== The RCPP is managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) under the U.S. [[Department of Agriculture]] (USDA). It operates through partnerships with various entities like state agencies, conservation districts, non-profits, and private industry. Funding is provided by the USDA, with a requirement for partners to match NRCS investments. ==Impact and Outcomes== The RCPP has led to significant conservation outcomes: - Over 1,700 projects have been funded since its inception, resulting in millions of acres under conservation practices. - It has shown success in improving soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitats across different regions. - Challenges include ensuring equitable access to program benefits and managing diverse partner expectations. ==Sponsors== * Federal Agency: [[United States Department of Agriculture]] * Sponsoring Office: [[Natural Resources Conservation Service]] [[Category:Partnerships]] ==Background and History== The RCPP was established by the [[Agricultural Act of 2014]] (Farm Bill) to consolidate four previous conservation programs, aiming for a more cohesive and effective approach to conservation. It has evolved to include two funding categories: RCPP Classic and RCPP Alternative Funding Arrangements (AFAs), enhancing flexibility and innovation in conservation practices. The program has seen significant expansion with additional funding from the Inflation Reduction Act. ==Funding== RCPP receives an annual allocation of $300 million from the Farm Bill, supplemented by $4.95 billion over five years from the Inflation Reduction Act. Funding began in 2014, with no defined end date, indicating long-term commitment to conservation. ==Implementation== Implementation occurs through: - RCPP Classic, where NRCS and partners jointly manage conservation activities. - RCPP AFAs, where partners take a more direct role in implementing and managing projects. There is no defined end date, indicating its ongoing status as a program rather than an initiative. ==Leadership== The program is led by the NRCS Chief, with state and regional coordinators managing local implementations. ==See Also== * [[Natural Resources Conservation Service]] * [[Conservation Reserve Program]] * [[Environmental Quality Incentives Program]] ==External Links== * https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/programs/financial/rcpp/ * https://sustainableagriculture.net/programs/regional-conservation-partnership-program-rcpp/ What is the title of the Wikipedia article about it? * wikipedia:Regional Conservation Partnership Program ===Social media=== * No official social media accounts found at this time. ==References== <references /> [[Category:Programs and initiatives]] [[Category:United States Department of Agriculture]] [[Category:Programs]]