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To stimulate conservation practices that improve water management, water quality, and erosion control

To stimulate conservation and restoration of wetlands through long-term agreements

To provide technical assistance and cost-share assistance to landowners to develop habitat for upland wildlife, wetlands wildlife, endangered species, fish, and other wildlife

To protect topsoil by limiting conversion to non-agricultural uses

To encourages farmers and ranchers to adopt practices that reduce environmental and resource problems

To provide direct loans, loan guarantees, and grants to farmers, ranchers, and small rural businesses to purchase renewable energy systems and make energy efficiency improvements

To conduct research on a wide variety of topics, including soil and water conservation

To provide various technical services to help producers participate in environmental and conservation programs, such as the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), Environmental Quality Incentives Program, and the Wetland Reserve Program

NRCS provides technical assistance, conducts soil surveys, and assesses erosion factors in order to promote conservation of soil and water

To address critical soil, water, and related natural resource concerns through 10-15 year rental agreements to convert environmentally sensitive agricultural acreage to permanent cover crops