Recovery Act Projects in Wisconsin - NRCS

USDA has announced $19.7 million for floodplain easements in Wisconsin.   Over 4,000 acres will be restored for floodplains to reduce future flood damages.     

.....Read the USDA News Release
......Read about Floodplain Easement Option

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New Conservation Stewardship Program Signup Underway

Wisconsin farmers may apply for the new Conservation Stewardship Program through January 15, 2010.  The program is intended to reward farmers following good erosion control, water quality and wildlife habitat practices on their whole farm operation.  Contracts are for five years with valid documentation required for payments.  Take the CSP Self-Assessment Checklist to see if you may be eligible.

.....More about CSP
.....Read the News Release
...Wisconsin CSP Priority Resource Concerns
.....CSP Interim Final Rule Open for Public Comment

Wisconsin NRCS State Report 2009  NEW!

2009 was a record year for conservation in Wisconsin, with new and continuing Farm Bill programs, floodplain easements through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, and a major resurgence in wetland restorations through the Wetlands Reserve Program. See the full report  (2mb, pdf)

.........See the Report

CONSERVATION Our Purpose. Our Passion.

The purpose and passion for conservation is shared among many. It is shared between NRCS employees and partners who help people help the land. And it is shared by the landowners with whom we work. Our passion is manifested through the benefits derived from stewardship of private lands—benefits we all enjoy, such as cleaner water and air, improved soils and abundant wildlife habitat.

Learn about our stories, the stories of conservation made possible through a shared purpose, a shared passion and a shared commitment to conservation.

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