We deliver conservation solutions so agricultural producers can protect natural resources and feed a growing world.
The Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) is designed to assist individuals in furthering their conservation efforts on their lands, with a focus on enhancing operation effectiveness. The program encourages applications from those looking to improve various aspects such as grazing conditions, crop resiliency, and wildlife habitat. CSP aims to identify natural resource issues within operations and offer both technical and financial assistance to address these problems or reach higher stewardship levels. This includes creating a conservation plan tailored to the producer's objectives, enhancing existing conservation measures, and adopting new practices to benefit the environment and agricultural productivity. Participants receive annual payments for implementing these practices and maintaining current conservation efforts, with the option for higher payment rates through bundled enhancements. CSP also emphasizes the longevity of conservation commitment through five-year contracts, potentially renewable based on fulfilling initial agreements and committing to further conservation goals. Benefits highlighted include greater resilience to weather and market fluctuations, reduced agricultural input needs, and improved conditions for wildlife habitat.