Farmers Helping Hellbenders Project

Funding is now available to producers in the Blue River-Sinking Watershed to implement conservation practices on their land to assist with the recovery of Eastern Hellbenders and improvement of aquatic resources. This funding is provided through USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service’s (NRCS) Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) and will assist farmers in implementing practices designed to keep nutrients and sediment out of local waterways.

RCPP FY24 Practices and Costs

This document details all practices available for funding in 2024 and the payment reimbursement associated with each practice. Please keep in mind that this document is for projects applying in 2024 only. Payment reimbursement amounts are adjusted each year based on the costs associated with implementing each practice.

RCPP FY24 Practices Cost List

RCPP FY23 FUNDED PRACTICES

RCPP FY23 Funded Practices
Practices	Planned Amount	$
Cover Crops	5181.9 ac	$213,927.87
Critical Area Planting	4.4 ac	$2,625.00
Field Border	1.1 ac	$536.00
Mulching	5.1 ac	$5,784.00
Nutrient Management DIA	2 plans	$10,140.00
Nutrient Management	4820.4 ac	$292,485.00
Grassed Waterways	0.7 ac	$2,332.00
Lined Waterway or Outlet	564.7 CuYd	$60,316.00
Grade Stabilization Structure	376.8 SqFt	$5,091.00
Subsurface Drain	1727 ft	$3,161.00
Underground Outlet	30 ft	$2,162.00
Fence	700 ft	$1,246.00
Access Control	0.3 ac	$16.00
Total		$599,821.87

Improving Water Quality Around
Your Farm
FNR-526-WV

Improving Water Quality At Your Livestock Operation
FNR-528-WV

Improving Water Quality by Protecting Sinkholes on Your Property
FNR-537-WV

How Do I Apply?

Eligible producers and forest land owners who wish to implement conservation practices on their land should discuss their options with their local district conservationist. For more information or to submit an application, contact your local district conservationist.

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