The Farm Services Agency plays a very important role when dealing with the NRCS.  In order to be eligible for many of the services under the NRCS such as EQIP, a rancher or farmer must register as a client.  This through what is known as the AD-2047 - Customer Data Worksheet, CCC-901 - Member Information, CCC-902E - Farm Operating Plan For An Entity or CCC-902I - for an Individual and AD-1026  - Highly Erodible Land Conservation and Wetland Conservation Certification.

Additional information and resources regarding registering through the FSA can be found here:

• Information
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Once registered with the FSA, then the client can apply for funding with the NRCS through what is known as the Conservation Program Application process using the CPA-1200 form and 5 Steps to Assistance.

This is the resource center for getting started with the NRCS