Water-Saving Commodities Grant
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
Water-Savings Conservation Grants (WSCG) provide targeted financial assistance to help agricultural producers continue commodity production while also helping irrigation districts conserve water across Western States. The overall objectives are to conserve the decreasing supply of irrigation water, increase the efficiency of water use, upgrade existing irrigation infrastructure, strengthen water security, supply and distribution, and reduce adverse impacts to producers. USDA will learn from the diversity of strategies used and identify additional opportunities to maintain and expand water-saving commodity production in the future.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Other
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Assistance is provided through noncompetitive grant awards following the approval of the USDA Farm Service Agency.
Program details & compliance
Description
USDA will partner with irrigation districts to invest in facilities or materials that support producers’ ability to expand water-saving commodities. USDA will prioritize irrigation districts in places with drought and with a mix of commodities and irrigation practices. Specific strategies for water conservation will include irrigation improvements, shifts in management practices, shifts in cropping systems, and other innovative strategies.
Mission Categories
Primary: Agricultural Resource Conservation and Development
Other categories:
Water Conservation
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Funds may be used to invest in facilities or materials that support producers’ ability to expand water-saving commodities, create market opportunities, reduce irrigation demand, increase the efficiency of water use, upgrade existing infrastructure, strengthen water security, and reduce adverse impacts to producers and supply and distribution chains.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements