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Why Kernza^®?
Resources
- Resources for:
- GrowersWhether you are a Kernza® grower, or are interested in becoming one, you will find what you need to participate in the perennial revolution here.
- HandlersThe definitive source for everything between the farm and the plate including transportation, storage, cleaning, milling and more.
- MakersFor everyone turning Kernza® into tasty foods and beverages via consumer packaged goods or restaurant menus.
- ConsumersAre you a curious eater interested in joining the perennial revolution? Find a tasty Kernza® product near you.
- ResearchersA global research collective is improving seed and investigating the ecological and social impacts of Kernza® grain.
- FundersKernza® grain is a new crop in development: learn how it is funded, and how you can make a difference.
- Perennial Percent^™The Perennial Percent™ program allows innovative food and beverage makers to showcase their products by labeling them as made with perennial grain ingredients, like sweet and nutty Kernza.
Network
- The Kernza^® NetworkKernza® development is made possible by a network of brilliant and passionate people and organizations.
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Field Notes

NRCS Programs Available Now for Perennial Grains – Enhancement E3280

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03.07.2024

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The E3280 Perennial Grain enhancement is available to new Kernza producers through EQIP and CSP programs. The enhancement provides a scenario/practice payment to the producer for the time needed to plan and implement changes to crop rotations that effectively add a perennial grain to their cropping system.

The Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) and EQIP program pay for practice adoption at different rates: The CSP enhancement pays 100% of the NRCS estimated cost for adopting new practices, while the cost-share rate for EQIP is typically 75% of the NRCS estimated cost for adopting new practices.

The time to apply is now! Please see the attached resources for state-specific deadlines.

Current Kernza producers are not eligible for this program; therefore, if you are considering planting Kernza in the fall, please contact your local NRCS office at least a year before you plan to plant! For example, if you are planning on planting Kernza in August 2026, you will need to contact your local NRCS office by spring/early summer of 2025.

Application Timeline

CSP & EQIP Program Deadlines

USDA Example Scenarios for Minnesota & Michigan

A Step by Step Guide to USDA Farm Program Enrollment & Incentives for Kernza

- Step by Step Guide: Learn how to certify your Kernza acres with FSA and enroll your existing Kernza acres to be eligible for NAP risk management. This guide also covers how to apply for NRCS programs to support future Kernza plantings