Farmers wary of the ‘land-grab vibe’ in Biden’s 30×30 conservation plan
Biden’s 30×30 plan and American the Beautiful report go to almost comical lengths to call the conservation effort voluntary as farmer concerns linger.
Conservation Reserve Program
USDA issues $1.68 billion to producers enrolled in CRP
AGDAILY Reporters ·
October 16, 2020
The USDA is issuing $1.68 billion in payments to agricultural producers and landowners for the 21.9 million acres enrolled in the CRP.
USDA reopens continuous CRP signup starting June 3
AGDAILY Reporters ·
May 16, 2019
Starting June 3, FSA will be accepting applications for continuous Conservation Reserve Program signup and will offer extensions for expiring CRP contracts.
USDA opens up voluntary CRP enrollment again
AGDAILY Reporters ·
June 4, 2018
As part of a 33-year effort to protect sensitive lands and improve water quality and wildlife habitat on private lands, the USDA will resume accepting applications for the voluntary Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). Eligible farmers, ranchers, and private landowners can sign up at their local Farm Service Agency (FSA) office between June 4 and Aug. […]