Beginning Farmer & Land Access
Beginning Farmer Land Stewardship Plan
A template for a land stewardship plan on a beginning farm. It documents values, practices, and monitoring for soil, water, and wildlife on the land.
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Sections on this template
- Stewardship values and goals
- Land and resource inventory
- Soil care practices
- Water care practices
- Habitat and wildlife practices
- Planned improvements
- Responsible person
- Monitoring and notes
- Plan review date
How to use this template
Treat the headings as a starting outline. Add detail under each one, and keep the finished copy with your records.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA NRCS and eXtension.
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