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Oregon Conservation Programs
Conservation Reserve Program (CRP)
Program level:
National
Land use:
Agriculture
Provider:
USDA Farm Service Agency
Benefits provided:
Financial
Water-focused program:
No
Convert highly erodible cropland or other environmentally sensitive acreage to vegetative cover.
Overview
Description:
Farmers enrolled in the program agree to convert highly erodible cropland or other environmentally sensitive acreage to vegetative cover, such as tame or native grasses, wildlife plantings, trees, filterstrips, or riparian buffers. The program is a 10-15 year contract to convert highly erodible cropland or other environmentally sensitive acreage to vegetative cover, such as tame or native grasses, wildlife plantings, trees, filterstrips, or riparian buffers.
Eligibility:
You must have owned and/or operated your land for at least 12 months
before enrollment (with exceptions).
Financial benefit:
Farmers receive an annual rental payment for the term of the multi-year contract. Cost sharing is provided to establish the vegetative cover practices.
Contact information
Contact person:
Nathan Agalzoff
Organization:
Phone number:
503-945-7393
Email:
Information last updated on July 1, 2022.
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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