Grassland CRP Sign-Up Now Open Through August 8
- SDACD
- Jul 16
- 1 min read
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has opened enrollment for the Grassland Conservation Reserve Program (Grassland CRP), now through August 8, 2025.
Grassland CRP, offered through USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), is a voluntary working lands conservation program that helps producers and landowners conserve grasslands while maintaining grazing and haying operations. The program emphasizes support for:
Grazing operations
Plant and animal biodiversity
Grasslands and lands with shrubs and forbs under the threat of conversion
“By offering landowners the best of both worlds — economic viability and working lands preservation — Grassland CRP provisions support USDA’s commitment to Farmers First,” said FSA Administrator Bill Beam.
This year marks the 40th anniversary of CRP, USDA’s flagship conservation program. Grassland CRP contracts run for 10–15 years and provide financial and technical support for improving soil health, water quality, and wildlife habitat.
Landowners and producers interested in Grassland CRP should contact their local USDA Service Center to learn more or apply for the program before the Aug. 8 deadline.
