NRCS has recently announced the expansion of its previously announced drought assistance program.  There are several major changes to note.

1.  Growers in four additional counties are now eligible to receive funding.  Santa Cruz, Siskiyou, Solano and Ventura County growers are now eligible.

2.  The filing deadline has been extended until May 22, 2009.

3.  The program funding has increased to $3 million.

USBR is administering a CALFED Water Use Efficiency grant program.  Any project that conserves water or contributes to other CALFED goals is eligible.  There is $5 million available.  USBR can fund up to 50% of project costs, and up to $1 million.   Applications are due by June 8, 2009.

Follow the link below to access the grant application.

http://www07.grants.gov/search/search.do;jsessionid=fCCN...