Our partner agreement provides 100% cost share
(Base payment rates are set by NRCS)
Basic conservation practices are the foundation for this program, but the opportunity to also implement practice enhancements broadens the reach for producers who may have formerly “maxed out” conservation funds from other programs. We are now able to offer 100% cost-share for practices and per acre rates for enhancements.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
- All Maryland farms
- Any production system
- Any scale
- Owned or leased land
- Priority to underserved
producers
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Support during application process
- Soil health assessments
- Demonstrations and field
days - Soil health focused
conference sessions - Identifying complementary
funding and technical
support options
HOW TO APPLY
- Enroll in Million Acre Challenge
- Request an RCPP application from MAC or your local NRCS office
- Schedule farm visit to identify resource concern(s), begin planning process
- Contract w/ NRCS for approved practice(s) or enhancement(s)