The Conservation Title of the Farm Bill remains one of the most important mechanisms in delivering technical and financial assistance to the region’s agricultural producers and advancing Bay restoration goals for the ag sector. Still, a lack of knowledge and interest in available programs, persistent program and partnership challenges, and broader ag sector trends have limited Bay partners’ utilization of Farm Bill funding for maximum impact.  

Through this informal conversation with Alyssa Charney, staff to Sen. Bob Casey (PA) on agriculture and conservation issues, CBFN members will discuss opportunities for private funding to help leverage more out of the current Farm Bill, especially competitive national programs like the Regional Conservation Partnership Program. Discussions may also touch on promising policy opportunities and legislative and advocacy strategies for future Farm Bill reform.

 REGISTRATION: If you are interested in participating, please RSVP to Megan Milliken (megan@chesbayfunders.org)