News and Updates

USDA Emergency Loans for Drought-Affected Producers
Arizona producers impacted by drought conditions may now qualify for USDA Emergency Loans to support recovery efforts. These loans can help replace equipment or livestock, refinance debt, and more.

📅 Applications due: November 25, 2025
📍 To apply: Contact your local FSA office
🔗 Learn more: www.fsa.usda.gov

Public Lands Council 57th Annual Meeting

Saddle up and join the Public Lands Council for their 2025 Annual Meeting in beautiful Flagstaff! This event will feature a full lineup of speakers, networking opportunities, and updates on public lands policy and grazing issues.

📅 Dates: September 16–18, 2025
📍 Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Flagstaff, AZ
🔗 Stay tuned for registration and agenda details at publiclandscouncil.org

Microhabitat Program Incubator Grant Now Open
Village and Wilderness is now accepting applications for its Incubator Grant—designed to support community-based organizations and agencies, including Soil and Water Conservation Districts, in launching or growing microhabitat programs that restore ecosystem function in fragmented landscapes.

📅 Applications due: November 28, 2025 (or until funds are fully allocated)
📍Eligible applicants: Local agencies, nonprofits, and community-based organizations
🔗 Learn more & apply: villageandwilderness.org