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When you are looking to apply for assistance through EQIP, there are many things to consider before you go and a list of questions to ask once you get there.
When you are looking to apply for assistance through EQIP, there are many things to consider before you go and a list of questions to ask once you get there. A quick search on the NRCS website will give you a broad description of the EQIP program. This helps you understand what you are asking for when you get to the NRCS office. Call your local office to determine the signup deadline, which is
different every year. Remember, every state has different priorities, and within those priorities, each county can have its own differences. If
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you farm or own land in different counties or states, the same questions may get you slightly different answers from location to location.
New irrigation systems made today will last a long time, whether they are drip irrigation systems, pivots or micro sprays. That means implementing a new irrigation system requires a long-term approach. It is best to sit down with your irrigation dealer to discuss what system works best for your land and get a rough idea of the size of investment it would take. Include discussions about your water source and if there are any additional components needed to get your water to the irrigation system.
It is important to know what your irrigation history is at the Farm Service Agency. In Texas, the acres you want to install are required to have
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