Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture

06/12/2026

There's still time to apply!

Producers in the Chesapeake Bay watershed may be eligible for funding to adopt technology that supports cover crop planting. Applications close July 15.

What would it take to get more cover crops planted earlier—especially behind soybeans?

If you have an innovative idea, we want to hear it.

Sustainable Chesapeake is now accepting proposals for farmer-led innovations in cover cropping. We're looking for practical solutions that can help farmers plant cover crops earlier, increase adoption, improve profitability, and strengthen water quality outcomes in the Virginia Chesapeake Bay watershed.

Farmers, agribusinesses, crop consultants, researchers, equipment manufacturers, and entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply.

Learn more:
https://susches.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Final-Summer-2026-RFP-for-Innovations-in-Cover-Cropping.pdf

Know someone with a great idea? Please share!

05/12/2026

Good news for Virginia — the Alliance application deadline has been extended to June 15! 🌱

If you’ve been meaning to apply or haven’t finished your application yet, there’s still time. The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture provides financial incentives to producers implementing conservation practices that support soil health, grazing management, and long-term farm productivity.

Funding opportunities are currently available through both the General Program and the Pasture Renovation Subpilot. We encourage producers across Virginia to explore the available options and see if your operation is eligible. Find out more at allianceforcsa.org/virginia

Apply today: https://smapply.allianceforcsa.us

05/07/2026

We’re excited to continue expanding opportunities for producers through this newly approved extension.

This additional year will allow us to keep supporting farmers and ranchers who are implementing conservation practices that enhance soil health, improve pasture and crop management, and strengthen the long-term resilience of their operations.

So far, the Alliance has enrolled more than 1,800 producers and nearly 475,000 acres — and we look forward to building on that momentum in the year ahead.

Applications for producers in Arkansas and Virginia are still open! Learn more, check eligibility, and apply at www.allianceforcsa.org.

A Virginia Tech-led initiative helping farmers adopt climate-smart practices will continue after receiving an extension from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. 🌱

🔗: go.vt.edu/uoCV0

04/30/2026

⏰ Final call — today is the last day for producers with started applications to submit.

Don’t miss your chance to be considered in the first selection round. Make sure your application is complete and submitted today.

👉 Complete your application: allianceforcsa.smapply.us

04/23/2026

⏰ Just 1 week left to apply — deadline April 30!

If you’re a producer in Arkansas or Virginia, now is the time to see if you qualify to earn $100 per acre for conservation on your farm ⬇

✅ Apply now: www.allianceforcsa.smapply.us
🔎 Check eligibility: www.allianceforcsa.org

04/13/2026

Source: Virginia Farm BureauBLACKSBURG, VA — Virginia farmers and landowners have a new opportunity this spring to be compensated for conservation practices that support soil health, pasture productivity and long-term farm resilience. Enrollment is open statewide for the Alliance to Advance Climat...

04/09/2026

Virginia producers — want to get paid to put conservation practices on your farm?

Join the Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture and the Virginia Soil Health Coalition for a free webinar:

📅 April 15 | 7:00–8:00 PM (EST)
📍 Join us live on Zoom (recording will be available after the event)

This session will cover:

✔ How producers can get paid to implement conservation practices
✔ Details on the 2026 Virginia program, including eligibility, timelines, and the application process
✔ Real-world insights on nutrient management, grazing management, and pasture/hay planting
✔ How improving soil health can strengthen productivity and long-term farm resilience
✔ Available technical assistance, education, and market opportunities

Case studies will be presented of the three eligible practices (Nutrient Management, Grazing Management, or Pasture and Hay Planting), along with the soil health and conservation benefits of each practice to farming operations.

👉 Save your spot and learn how to put conservation to work on your operation

REGISTER HERE: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/meeting/register/6AYUKCY4QnmJjShJb4tZoA #/

03/24/2026

02/11/2026

Come join our wonderful team at Virginia Tech College of Agriculture and Life Sciences! Deadline is this Sunday, February 15th.

Apply at https://jobs.apply.vt.edu/jobs/project-assistant-alliance-to-advance-climate-smart-agriculture-blacksburg-virginia-united-states

Job Description The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture is a coalition of organizations, led by Virginia Tech, which is implementing an $80 million funded by the United States Department of Agriculture-Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS). This project is implemented across f...

02/04/2026

📢 We're !

We’re hiring a Project Assistant to support producer enrollment, partner coordination, and project data reporting.

The base location for this position is Blacksburg, VA. Occasional travel to Blacksburg and project-wide out-of-state meetings will be required. The remote location must be within 4-6 hours commuting distance of Blacksburg, VA.

This position is eligible for a 12-month contract with possibility of renewal depending on the needs of the project and available funding not to extend beyond September 20, 2027.

Job Description The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture is a coalition of organizations, led by Virginia Tech, which is implementing an $80 million funded by the United States Department of Agriculture-Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS). This project is implemented across f...