The Press-Dispatch
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The Press-Dispatch B-5 Wednesday, April 10, 2013 Congress fixes Conservation Stewardship Funding Farmers and ranchers will again have the opportunity to apply for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), which rewards producers for conservation practices on working lands, thanks to passage of legislation that replaces the funding for 2013 CSP enrollment that was accidently cut off in the government spending bill that passed last October. ���This legislation removes the remaining obstacles to farmers and ranchers having the opportunity to enroll in CSP this year,��� said Traci Bruckner, Assistant Policy Director for the Center for Rural Affairs. ���It is a welcome move by Congress to address this oversight because there are farmers and ranchers who have been waiting to sign up for this program and each year there are twice as many, or more, applying than can receive contracts under available funding.��� According to Bruckner, USDA can now proceed with enrolling just over 11 million acres of farm and ranch land in the program this year, bringing the program to a grand total of 62 million acres by year���s end. The funding error was fixed by a bill that would provide continuing funding for the federal government for the next six months - the remainder of the 2013 fiscal year. The Senate passed the bill on a 73 to 26 vote on March 20th, followed by passage in the House of Representatives on March 21st by a vote of 318 to 109. ���We���ve pressed for this result since last October when the first government funding bill accidentally shut off CSP enrollment for 2013, so we want to celebrate this,��� added Bruckner. ���And we���re going to continue working with farmers and ranchers who want to apply to the program.��� Bruckner encouraged potential applicants to move forward now, before planting season is underway and many become too busy in the field to get away. While CSP is a continuous signup program and producers can apply to enroll at any time of the year, USDA applies a cut-off date for applications to be considered during a particular fiscal year. Once the cut-off date is past, producers may continue to apply for the program, but they will not be considered for entry until the spring of the following year, in this case spring of 2014. ���We know the previous sign-ups have yielded some great success stories for farmers and ranchers, but also some disappointments and frustrations,��� Bruckner continued. ���That���s why we want farmers, ranchers and others to call the Center for Rural Affairs��� Farm Bill Helpline with questions about the application process and to share their experiences, both positive and negative.��� While the USDA���s Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) has yet to decide on a deadline for farmer and rancher applications, there is speculation it will likely be in May. That short timeline should provide further motivation for farmers and ranchers to visit their local NRCS office now and start the application process right away, suggested Bruckner. ���CSP is one of the most popular conservation programs at NRCS, enrolling nearly 39,000 farmers and ranchers operating 50 million acres of farm and ranch land under five-year CSP conservation contracts worth $3.5 billion,��� said Bruckner. ���Through our helpline you will speak to someone who is knowledgeable about the program rules to help you understand how to participate in the program.��� Producers can call (402) 687-2100 and ask for the Farm Bill Helpline or send an email to tracib@cfra.org to access assistance from the Center for Rural Affairs in applying to CSP as well as other conservation and related programs established in the Farm Bill. Potential applicants should also visit their NRCS local service center (http:// offices.sc.egov.usda.gov/locator/app?agency=nrcs). 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MLS# 197622 $129,900 431 W Pike Ave, Petersburg Well built limestone three bedroom ranch home with a beautiful view high up on Pike avenue looking over the city. Finished basement, detached pole barn, hardwood floors mixed with laminate, country kitchen, many updates including dining room, bathrooms and more. Convenient location to park, walking areas and retail. a must see for your family. MLS#195685 $125,900 Traditional and classic home on two great lots at the edge of town. This well-loved home has many updates including a newer roof, newer windows and a beautiful three bay garage. This home has a great wrap around porch, one and a half baths open kitchen/dining room, large master bedroom, cozy living room, a large second bedroom on just over two acres. MLS#197873 $119,900 301 S First St, Petersburg Quality four bedroom, brick ranch, two bath home in a convenient location with many updates. 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MLS#194776 $92,900 1129 N County Road 950 E, Otwell Updated and well kept manufactured home on one acre with a detached 28��� x 32��� garage in a nice setting near Otwell. Many updates including granite countertops throughout the house, new flooring in the kitchen, a new pool liner and a new roof in 2011. Property has invisible wire buried for dogs. Garage has separate $89,000 220 wiring. MLS#194285 mOTIvaTED! Three bedroom brick ranch in Campbelltown with basement, attached garage, two detached garages and an above ground pool on 3/4s of an acre with partial fenced in yard. Nice setting, great location! MLS#193941 $89,900 COmmERCIal / mUlTI-UNIT 436 E 1st St., Lynnville Easy to care for, neat, well kept, smaller home, two bedroom, one bath, plus office/ den/workout room, open kitchen and good size living room. Located on a nice quiet street in Lynnville. Call Joe Schitter at 449-6469 MLS#186663 $76,900 103 E. Main St., Petersburg 1004 E. Illinois St., Petersburg Great Commercial potential at First and Main! Five parcel lot, �� of a city block with all frontage on Main Street, State Road 57. Property is sold for commercial development and not as residence. a busy spot in town, next to Hucks and across from Subway. 16,200 square foot former grocery building on 2.5 acres in a great location. This intersection is the gateway to Petersburg. Several more acres are available if needed. MLS#179830 409 E Main St., Petersburg a great Main Street location in the heart of downtown. a 30���x70��� building on an 80���x105��� lot. Traditionally a service station but could have multiple uses. Currently has three bays, 24���x18���, 29���x14��� & 29���x16��� with a 18.5���x16��� office. MLS#187377 8205 Industrial Park Dr, P���burg Former ames Handle factory. Over 10,000 SF under roof. all steel construction with 30 inch support beams, well insulated on 13.39 acres. Includes 6 inch water main, and three 200 HP electrical services. MLS#175795 $199,000 fOR lEasE 15220 Old Henderson Rd, E���ville Looking for a place to get away close to home? This river camp offers a .25 acre river front lot and charming smaller cabin to spend your quality time relaxing. Fantastic river views and great location. Call Joe Schitter at 449-6469 MLS# 195356 $37,900 510 N 7th St, Petersburg Income potential! These 4 apartments are always full! They are well kept and located in a convenient setting close to town. at $490 per month you gross over $23,000 a year. These 2 bedroom apartments each have a 1 car garage and a concrete drive. Ideal setting for renters! MLS#193720 $189,900 2102 E Main St., Petersburg Here is a turn key operation to be your own boss. The East Main Diner. a full service restaurant, grill, pizza parlor, and ice cream shop, fully equipped and ready to go. a clean and neat place. Beautifully rebuilt in 2008. High traffic area. MLS#188436 $79,900 618 E Main St, Petersburg Over 7,200 square feet and endless possibilities. Lots of room and space with over twenty rooms on the main level including a 60��� x 45��� lobby, at least seven large offices, a conference room, three bathrooms and much more. You double the space on the second floor. This also includes a 105��� x 105��� extra lot for parking. MLS#192716 $69,900 8th St, Petersburg Over 2,100 sq. ft. free standing brick commercial building with plenty of parking and nice layout. To apply, call 812-380-1065 lOTs aND aCREaGE 4727 S Old SR 64, Winslow Fantastic 10 acres with a custom 68 X 40 Pole frame, wood sided barn. acreage includes approximately 5 acres of open area with a pond and approximately 5 rolling acres of woods. The building is a custom built barn with 4 bay doors. Water has been run to the property and pipes have been put in the concrete floor for heating. Offers on less or more acreage would be entertained (per owner). 1403 Cedar St, Evansville very nice well-maintained 1-bedroom home near Cedar Hall School. Quick access to Diamond avenue and shopping areas. very comfortable living at a very affordable price! a must-see property! Call Darron Albin at 483-6708 MLS# 195812 $35,900 Call Joe Schitter at 449-6469 MLS#194268 $90,000 makE aN OffER! 1408 E Walnut St, Petersburg Remodeled three bedroom home with many updates. a beautiful kitchen, nice sized rooms, two garages, all for a reasonable price. MLS#193826 $34,900 NEw lIsTING! 0 S Old SR 64, Winslow Wonderful 8 acres of rolling woods close to the Pike State Forest. This property offers great potential for recreation, hunting, or building site. The nearby 4 acre parcel with house (MLS #194254)and adjacent 10 acre open and wooded parcel with custom Pole Frame Barn are also for sale (MLS#194268). additional acreage may be available per owner. Call Joe Schitter at 449-6469 $36,000 MLS#197603 908 E Mona St, Petersburg very nice 120��� x 60��� lot with utilities to the property. MLS#191341 $4,500 301 E Maple St, Petersburg Two lots behind the Gospel Center Church at the corner of 3rd and Maple. Has gas, water, electric and sewer to the property. Quiet location at the end of two streets. MLS#198198 $4,500 1605 E. Locust St., Petersburg 58���x105��� lot at 1605 E. Locust. Nice lot in good neighborhood, convenient location near Petersburg Elementary. MLS#175379 $4,000 408 S 16th St, Petersburg Nice corner lot in a convenient location near Petersburg Elementary at the intersection of 16th and Maple Street. Dimensions are 52��� x 105���. MLS#188796 $3,500