As the wildfires continue to spread across the West, we recognize that access to credible and timely information is essential. Our communities are now facing multiple crises at once. The nature of agricultural work makes it difficult for farms to stop working unless evacuation is required. During the fires themselves and post-fire during the recovery…
read moreTens of thousands of wildfires burn millions of acres every year in the United States, according to the Congressional Research Service. The resultant smoke, particulates and byproducts (such as ash) expose many humans and animals to injuries from unhealthy air. Read about common signs of possible smoke or dust irritation in animals, what to do…
read moreI’ve put significant effort into being prepared on our farm in the event of a wild fire. We’ve installed sprinklers on the roof of our agricultural buildings and our seed bank. We also have an inch and a half fire hose that can be charged with both well water and gravity flow water from our…
read moreFind your soil and water conservation district! Oregon's Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCD) are special districts which provide for the conservation of the renewable resources of the state. They work with local landowners and residents, natural resource organizations, natural resource users, and local, state, and the federal government to conserve natural resources, control and…
read moreEligibility: Applicants must submit an application that demonstrates the fulfillment of the following conditions: 1. The project consists of at least one approved management practice listed in the Appendix. 2. The applicant farm or ranch grows products for human consumption as food, feed for animals for human consumption, or beverage. 3. Application must be for…
read moreIn its 2023-2028 Climate Investment Plan, PCEF committed to conducting this urban regenerative agriculture baseline assessment to gain a better understanding of the urban agricultural ecosystem and potential within the City of Portland. This report describes both the process and the findings of this collaborative research, planning, and community engagement effort. To conduct the baseline…
read moreEligibility: Farmers, ranchers and forest landowners who own or rent land. Assistance can be used on all types of agricultural operations, including: conventional and organic, specialty and commodity crops, livestock, forestry and wildlife, and historically underserved farmers. Region: Nationwide Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP); $300 million through the
read moreEligibility: Any proposal to acquire an interest in water that results in protected instream flows is eligible for funding consideration. Projects must address either identified conservation needs of habitats or species (as determined by ODFW) or improving water quality in water-quality-limited areas (as determined by DEQ). Region: Statewide Notes: Grant applications closed October 15, 2025. The…
read moreEligibility: 1. Producing food for human consumption on agricultural land. 2. Include at least 1 approved management practice (see Appendix). 3. A Technical Assistance Provider is required. 4. A carbon farm plan or conservation plan is not a requirement. 5. Applicants may only receive one grant per funding round. 6. Applicants who have received a…
read moreEligibility: Must be a small-scale farmer making less than $350,000 in gross sales each year. Region: Statewide in Oregon Notes: Funding for this grant program was not renewed during the 2025 Oregon Legislative Session and there will not be a third funding round in late 2025/early 2026. We will post updates if funding becomes available…
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