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Agricultural Management Assistance (AMA) Program Fact Sheet
Who Can Apply?
Applicants who own or control the land agree to implement
specific eligible conservation practices according to the contract schedule.
What Conservation Practices are Eligible?
What are the Payment Rates and Terms?
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Program payment rates are calculated at 75% of the typical
cost of implementing the practice. Payments are made after approved
conservation practices are fully implemented.
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Producers may contribute to the cost of a conservation
practice through in-kind sources – including personal or donated labor and use
of personal equipment.
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The maximum annual payment is $50,000 per participant
Other Requirements
Contracts will not exceed five years, and the conservation
practices must be maintained for the official lifespan of the practice,
regardless of the length of the contract.
When Can I Sign-Up?
NRCS will only accept applications until the March 28, 2008,
sign-up deadline.
Planning/Contract Funding
An NRCS conservationist will help you develop a plan of
conservation practices for your operation. A contract is then developed based on
eligible conservation practices in the conservation plan, and is ranked on how
well the proposed practices meet national, state, and local environmental
objectives.
How Do I Get Started?
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Contact your local USDA
Service Center
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Applications will be selected for funding based on the ranking
evaluations. If your project is not selected, you still have the conservation
plan to use at your discretion, and can apply again as new funds become
available.
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