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Cover Crops for Hazelnut Growers
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
Yamhill Soil & Water Conservation District
Benefits provided:
Financial
Land use:
Agriculture
Water-focused program:
No
Financial Assistance is available now from USDA and the District to prevent soil erosion, improve soil health, and enhance water quality on your hazelnut orchards.
Overview
Description:
Perform the following activities on your property:
Conservation Cover from $68-$91/acre to establish permanent vegetation between rows
Cover Crop from $50-$67/acre for winter erosion prevention
Mulching from $181-$242/acre for winter erosion prevention
Herbaceous Weed Treatment from $13-$18/acre for noxious weed control
Field Border from $789 –$1053/acre to better filter surface water at field edges
Critical Area Planting from $463-$618/acre to repair gully erosion and establish vegetation
Eligibility:
N/A
Financial benefit:
Cost-sharing benefit based on activities performed.
Contact information
Information last updated on July 15, 2025.
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