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Importance of Establishment Mowing for CRP Seedings
When it comes to establishing CRP, the first two years are critical. Transitioning from farmland to native plants and natural habitat is a delicate process. First, the land must be cleared and prepared. Once it’s ready for planting, special equipment is utilized to plant the CRP seed mixes. From there, the primary goal is to prevent weeds
Choosing Between CREP and Continuous CRP
Last week, we discussed the differences between general CRP and Continuous CRP (CCRP). CCRP is a specialized program that targets land deemed to be environmentally sensitive. Unlike general CRP, which relies on a bidding and rating process for enrollment, qualifying CCRP applicants are automatically accepted into the program (assuming there are acres available for enrollment in your state).
General CRP vs. Continuous CRP – What’s the Difference?
(Click here to view our NEW General and Continuous CRP Options Fact Sheet) The Conservation Reserve Programs (CRP) offers many great ways for farmers and landowners to take highly erodible or underperforming land out of active production so it can be used for different conservation methods. For those considering enrollment in CRP, one of the
Signup for Continuous CRP and CREP Reopens
The ag industry faced some uncertainty as 2018 came to a close. Most funding from the 2014 farm bill expired on September 30, 2018, yet congress struggled to find a consensus for its replacement. Without a new farm bill in place to provide funding, programs such as CRP remained in limbo, unable to sign-on new
Using CRP to Plant Milkweed and Save the Monarch Butterfly
Establishing pollinator habitat can offer numerous benefits to farmers. Not only do native, pollinator-friendly plants protect soil, but they help pollinators thrive. In turn, these pollinators provide crucial services for local crops and plant life, improving the health of the surrounding environment. By enrolling in the right CRP practice, farmers and landowners can even be paid to establish
What’s Causing the Decline of Monarch Butterflies?
The monarch butterfly is one of the most recognizable species of insect in the US. It is synonymous with the beauty of nature, gracing posters, book covers, photo galleries, and more. Yet future generations might never see one of these graceful creatures in person. Between 1994 and 2016, the population of monarch butterfly decreased by 80%. Some experts fear it could go extinct in