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Dedicates Record Funding for Conservation Farming
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Farm Bill Dedicates Record Funding for Conservation
Farming
"Some of our most effective wildlife conservation programs start on the farm," said DU Executive Vice President D.A. (Don) Young. "By supporting Farm Bill programs like the Conservation Reserve Program and the Wetlands Reserve Program, the U.S. Congress is advocating a strong commitment to farmer conservationists, the hands on stewards of the land," continued Young. The Farm Bill agreement would increase spending for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) and the Wetlands Reserve Program (WRP), voluntary set aside programs that are wildlife friendly. The CRP would be increased from 36.4 million to 39.2 million acres and the WRP acreage cap would be increased to allow for the enrollment of 2.275 million acres. The compromise bill would also boost spending for the Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP). And, a new program called the Grasslands Reserve Program would be established, implementing easements on grasslands, a critical resource for nesting birds. Research by DU indicates a clear link between waterfowl populations and the presence of grassland habitat.
"Representatives Combest and Stenholm, Senators Harkin and Lugar, and all of the conferees are to be commended for producing one of the greatest conservation titles ever. DU applauds their leadership and the advances they've included in programs that are important to waterfowl and other wildlife," said Scott Sutherland, DU's Director of Governmental Affairs. Log on to www.ducks.org/conservation/crp.asp to learn about conservation programs and view a video clip. |
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