Species at Risk Farm Management Guide
A species at risk farm management guide with steps for learning which at-risk species live nearby and how farm practices can protect them with the help of agencies.
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The steps on this page
- Find species at risk in your area
- Map habitat on the farm
- Note timing of sensitive seasons
- Review current farm practices
- Choose changes that help
- Contact agency partners
- Look for voluntary programs
- Document actions taken
- Review results yearly
How to use this guide
Walk a new hand through the steps once, then let them use the page on their own. Add your own notes as you learn what works.
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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