Technical & Cost-share Assistance

Federal and State Governments have several programs to respond to a broad range of natural resource challenges faced by landowners. These programs help landowners to reduce soil erosion, protect wetlands and wildlife habitat, and promote forest and farmland productivity and protection. These challenges are addressed through land rentals, technical assistance, cost-shares, and incentive payments.

For the latest conservation assistance programs authorized by the Farm Bill, see: USDA NRCS Farm Bill Conservation Programs

University of Florida Extension Publications

• Improving, Restoring, and Managing Wildlife Habitat in Florida: Sources of Technical Assistance for Rural Landowners
• Improving, Restoring, and Managing Natural Resources on Rural Properties in Florida: Sources of Financial Assistance

State Agencies

• Forest Stewardship Program (Florida Forest Service)
• Landowner Assistance Program (Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission)

Federal Agencies

• USDA NRCS Farm Bill Conservation Programs
• Conservation Reserve Program (CRP)
• Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)
• Wetland Reserve Program (WRP)
• Wildlife Habitat Incentive Program (WHIP)
• US Fish and Wildlife Service (Partners Program)

Other

• National Wild Turkey Federation (Wild Turkey Woodlands)