Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration

Objective

The primary objective of this program is to contribute technical assistance and financial resources to private landowners to restore, conserve, and protect natural resources in the Gulf Coast Region. Technical assistance is provided for conservation planning, design and implementation of restoration practices for eligible participants. Payments may be made to implement one or more eligible structural, vegetative, and land management restoration practices. The USDA program has focused on decreasing nutrient and sediment runoff on private agricultural and forested lands as a strategy for improving water quality in the Gulf. The expected return on investments are improved water quality, wildlife habitat, and recreational opportunities.

Who Can Apply

• Land/Property Owner
• U.S. Federal Government
• Nonprofit Organization

Private landowners addressing natural resources concerns in the Gulf Coast Region in response to the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. A participant may be an owner, landlord, operator, or tenant of eligible agricultural lands or non-industrial forestlands.

Who Benefits

• Land/Property Owner
• Farmer/Rancher/Agriculture Producer

Beneficiaries are the people, wildlife, and natural resources of the Gulf Coast region.

Assistance Types

• Other Financial Assistance
• Direct Payment for Specified Use
• Cooperative Agreement

Program Contact

ron.howard@usda.gov
601-812-9449