Amber Brown, Legislative and Government Affairs Director | Utah Department of Agriculture and Food
Amber Brown, Legislative and Government Affairs Director | Utah Department of Agriculture and Food
The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) has opened applications for its Agriculture Voluntary Incentive Program (Ag VIP) for the 2025 period. Aimed at assisting producers in implementing nutrient management and agricultural best practices, the program remains voluntary and self-directed.
"Ag VIP is an amazing program that encourages farmers and ranchers to implement practices that can increase crop yields, improve soil health, and add value to agriculture operations, while improving water quality," said Kelly Pehrson, UDAF Interim Commissioner. "We are proud to continue to offer this effective opportunity for Utah’s farmers and ranchers."
The program is available to crop and irrigated pasture operations of all sizes. Although voluntary, the effort expended by participants directly affects their benefits. This year, Ag VIP has introduced a new tiered incentive structure. The updates aim to support a broader range of practices beyond nutrient management, including soil health, irrigation water management, and integrated pest management.
Participants in the program have the chance to discuss their operations with UDAF conservation planners, complete yearly conservation evaluations, and develop comprehensive conservation plans with their assigned planners. They will also receive guidance, incentive payments, a one-time improvement bonus, and additional technical and financial resources.
Applications are open until May 30, 2025, 5:00 pm. More information and application access can be found at ag.utah.gov/agvip, or by contacting Program Manager Katie Ottmann.
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