Grassland Reserve Program

Objective

To assist landowners and operators in restoring and protecting eligible grazing lands, including rangeland, pastureland and certain other lands through rental contracts and easements.

Who Can Apply

• State
• Local
• Federally Recognized Indian/Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Government
• Land/Property Owner

Not Applicable.

Who Benefits

• Local
• State
• Federally Recognized Indian/Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Government
• Land/Property Owner

Only landowners may submit applications for easements; landowners and others who have general control of the acreage may submit applications for rental contracts. Easements may also be acquired by eligible entities based on a 50 percent cost-share with the Federal government. Eligible entities are defined as units of State, local or Tribal government or nongovernmental organizations that have a charter describing a commitment to conserving ranchland, agricultural land, or grassland for grazing and conservation purposes. All participants are subject to the Adjusted Gross Income Provision set forth in 7 CFR Part 1400.

Assistance Types

• Other Financial Assistance
• Cooperative Agreement

Program Contact

Danielle.Balduff@usda.gov
202-720-6168