Provide recommendations on program assistance given to EQIP participants both within and outside priority areas. X Recommend criteria to prioritize EQIP applications. X Recommend cost share and incentive payment limits for participants. X Recommend eligible conservation practices. X Suggest when producers' EQIP applications are ranked and selected.
X Recommend criteria to be used in defining a large confined livestock operation.
X Assist in statewide EQIP public outreach campaign. Assist in the identification, monitoring and analysis of performance indicators. Advise on the development of the State FIP plan and review any necessary plan amendments. Identify forest needs and decide how best to use resources and authorities of each agency to meet State needs. Assist the State Conservationist in coordinating program budget planning.