Resource Conservation and Development Program (RC&D)

Updated 11/05/2009

The purpose of the Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) program is to accelerate the conservation, development and utilization of natural resources, improve the general level of economic activity, and to enhance the environment and standard of living in designated RC&D areas. It improves the capability of State, tribal and local units of government and local nonprofit organizations in rural areas to plan, develop and carry out programs for resource conservation and development. The program also establishes or improves coordination systems in rural areas. Current program objectives focus on improvement of quality of life achieved through natural resources conservation and community development which leads to sustainable communities, prudent use (development), and the management and conservation of natural resources. RC&D areas are locally sponsored areas designated by the Secretary of Agriculture for RC&D technical and financial assistance program funds.

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RC&D Map  114 KB
Fact Sheet  43 KB
Questions and Answers  43 KB
Key Points  43 KB
Program Description  42 KB
RC&D Statute  26 KB

For more information on the national RC&D Program see the NRCS main website.

For additional information in West Virginia contact:

Last Modified: 11/05/2009

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