How Technical Service Providers Help Farmers Streamline EQIP Projects
How Technical Service Providers Help Farmers Streamline EQIP Projects
If you’re a farmer or rancher looking to make improvements to your irrigation system, reduce water use, or implement other conservation practices, the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) through USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is likely on your radar. The program offers financial assistance for conservation practices—but the process can be time-consuming, especially when you’re waiting on a government agency to complete technical work.
That’s where Technical Service Providers (TSPs) come in—and why AvidWater is here to help.
What Is a Technical Service Provider?
A Technical Service Provider, or TSP, is someone certified by NRCS to provide technical support to producers participating in conservation programs like EQIP. TSPs meet the same standards as NRCS staff and are authorized to carry out work such as:
- Conservation planning
- Practice design and layout
- Construction inspection
Project certification
Producers can choose to work with a TSP instead of relying on their local NRCS office to handle these parts of the process. This flexibility can be a huge time-saver—especially during busy seasons or in areas where NRCS field staff are stretched thin.
Why Work With a TSP Like AvidWater?
At AvidWater, we’re a certified TSP with extensive experience in irrigation efficiency and water management projects. We understand the EQIP process and can help you move your project forward without the typical delays.
One of the biggest advantages of working with a TSP is that you don’t have to wait for NRCS engineers to complete designs or certifications. Instead, you can hire us directly to handle these components—keeping your timeline on track and your stress levels low.
You can bring us in at any point in the process, including:
- After your EQIP contract has been approved by NRCS
- During system design and planning
- Throughout the construction phase to ensure compliance
For final certification and paperwork completion
Whether you need help with one part of the project or want support from start to finish, we’re here to make the process simpler.
Benefits of Using a TSP
Working with a TSP offers a number of practical benefits:
- Avoid delays by skipping the NRCS staff backlog
- Simplify the paperwork and required documentation
- Get access to funding sooner by keeping your project on track
Ensure compliance with NRCS technical standards
Most importantly, you stay in control of your project timeline.
Already Have an EQIP Contract? We Can Still Help.
Many producers don’t realize that they can work with a TSP even after they’ve received approval from NRCS. If you already have a contract in place and are waiting to move forward, you don’t have to wait on the government to start the technical work—AvidWater can step in and help you get going right away.
Ready to Start Your EQIP Project?
If you’re ready to move forward on a conservation project and want to avoid delays, we’d love to help. Our team is certified, experienced, and ready to partner with you to make the most of your EQIP funding.
Contact your regional AvidWater representative to get started:
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