Beginning Farmer & Land Access
Farm Land Improvement Cost-Share Checklist
A checklist for farm land improvement projects that may qualify for cost-share. It helps owners gather information before applying with a conservation office. Keep it with your farm records.
ChecklistBeginning Farmer & Land AccessFree PDF
What is on this checklist
- Project description
- Resource concern addressed
- Conservation practice type
- Landowner and operator names
- Farm and tract records
- Quotes from contractors
- Permit needs checked
- Application deadline noted
- Agency contact
How to use this checklist
Work down the list in the same order each time so nothing gets skipped. Anything marked FIX should be handled before the job starts and written down.
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 USDA Farm Service Agency.
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