The following press release from the USDA announces new resources to enhance market-based approaches to conservation. Through the USDA’s Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) in the 2010 fiscal year budget, about $25 million will be allocated to help assist producers in using market-based approaches and technological innovations in land conservation efforts. In addition to conservation, CIG also encourages innovative solutions for climate change, water/soil/air quality, and wildlife habitat protection. More information about the CIG program and application material can be found at http://www.grants.gov/ or the CIG web page.