Agricultural grant

Apply for Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP)

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Agency

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service

Source

federal funding

What this application should emphasize

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Connect the project to farm viability, conservation, food systems, or rural economic impact.
Include acreage, production data, equipment needs, or operating history when relevant.
Must be an agricultural landowner, operator, or Indian tribe with eligible agricultural land or wetland
For Agricultural Land Easements (ALE): land must be prime or unique farmland threatened by conversion to non-agricultural uses

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Legal description and map of the property (survey or deed)

Appraisal of the land (conducted by NRCS-approved appraiser)

Title search showing clear title

Conservation plan or restoration plan for the easement area

Signed easement deed (NRCS-approved form) after funding is awarded

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