The Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) works hand in hand
with the Community through the Soil and Water Conservation District
to provide voluntary conservation planning and implementation to address
local natural resource concerns on private lands.
NRCS also provides technical and financial assistance through the
US Department of Agriculture's Farm Bill. Farm Bill Activiteis in
Kona include:
Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQUIP): Provides financial
and Technical assistance to address natural resource concerns on agricultural
lands.
Grassland Reserves Program (GRP): Helps landowners and operators restore
and protect grassland.
Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP): Provides financial incentives
to restore, enhance, or develop habitat for fish and wildlife on private
lands.
NRCS: Kealakekua Service Center
Phone (808) 322-2484