Regulatory, Compliance & Labor
Farm Endangered Species Compliance Checklist
A checklist for checking farm activities against endangered species rules, used by owners who plan land clearing, spraying or building near habitat. Use it each season and keep completed copies where the whole crew can find them.
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What is on this checklist
- Check species lists for your county
- Note habitat on or near the farm
- Describe planned work and timing
- Review pesticide label restrictions
- Contact wildlife agency for guidance
- Contact NRCS if using program funds
- Record advice and decisions
- Keep photos and survey notes
How to use this checklist
Print a few copies and keep them where the work happens. Go item by item, tick OK, FIX or N/A, and write what needs attention in the notes.
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.
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