2002 Kansas Report

Technology

The 2002 Farm Bill increases the need for easy access to the NRCS technical materials, not only by NRCS employees, but also by outside technical service providers and the general public. To assist with this need, a national web-based electronic tool for delivery of technical support was developed. This initiative provides a framework to efficiently organize the technical content of all 50 states.

Since June 2002, NRCS has been updating selected portions of the Field Office Technical Guide (FOTG) and building the electronic component. As of August 26, 2002, the Kansas eFOTG has been available for access at  www.nrcs.usda.gov/technical/efotg.

Private Grazing Lands

The Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition (KGLC) strives to provide educational opportunities for grassland managers and support for one-on-one technical assistance. KGLC, using Environmental Quality Incentives Program educational assistance funds, provided grants for 16 group applications and scholarships to 11 individuals for continuing education. These grants provided funding for 15 speakers on a variety of grazing lands topics at "coffee shop gatherings" in 13 locations around the state.

Earth Team Volunteers

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