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Working Farmland Protection
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Program level:
Local
Provider:
East Multnomah SWCD
Benefits provided:
Financial, Free technical assistance
Land use:
Agriculture
Water-focused program:
No
Get help planning for your farm's future along with cash and other incentives for a farmland protection agreement.
Overview
Description:
We help ensure high quality farmland is available for current and future farmers by entering into voluntary farmland protection agreements which provide cash and other incentives. When our farmland is protected, we all benefit. Our rural agricultural economy is sustained, our local farmers markets and restaurants can offer fresh, local products, and we all get to enjoy the rural landscapes that make Oregon such a special place.
Eligibility:
N/A
Financial benefit:
Grant
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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