If you’re a farmer, rancher, or land manager thinking about improving your land’s sustainability, you’ve likely heard about EQIP and CSP—two cornerstone conservation programs offered by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
While both aim to promote environmental stewardship on working lands, they serve different purposes and are designed to meet producers at different stages of their conservation journey. If you’re in Missouri and wondering which one fits your operation best, this guide is for you.