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Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) - Linn SWCD
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
USDA Farm Service Agency, Linn Soil and Water Conservation District
Benefits provided:
Financial, Free technical assistance
Land use:
Agriculture, Forest
Water-focused program:
Yes
Restores streamside habitat and protects it for 10-15 years.
Overview
Description:
A voluntary, non-competitive, program for agricultural landowners. Receive incentive payments for installing specific conservation practices along waterways. Through CREP, farmers and ranches can receive annual rental payments and cost-share assistance to establish long-term, resource conserving covers on eligible land. For more information contact your local Farm Service Agency (FSA) office or check-out the website below.
Eligibility:
10-15 year contract for streamside habitat.
You must have owned and/or operated your land for at least 12 months
before enrollment.
Property must border eligible stream segments.
Financial benefit:
Annual payments for 10-15 years that vary in rate per the project.
Contact information
Information last updated on July 15, 2025.
Planning Importance
Developing a forest, agricultural, or conservation plan helps identify and prioritize objectives for landowners. These objectives can determine what type programs to search for. Supporting organizations in your area often provide free consultation and planning.
Landscape Characteristics
See how your land fits into the broader context of regional conservation, ecosystem services, and working lands' values across the landscape through our interactive mapper tool. It could help you determine which program is a good fit for you!
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