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How to enroll in CREP

To enroll in the CREP program contact your local USDA Service Center or Soil and Water Conservation District. CREP has a continuous enrollment process.

Steps for a Federal Contract

  • Contact your local USDA Service Center.
  • A site visit of the land you want to enroll in the program will be scheduled.
  • An implementation plan will be drafted by technical staff.
  • Landowner will be provided an analysis of rental payment, cost share and incentive payments.
  • A formal contract will be drawn and signed.
  • Contract has to be approved by County Committee.

Steps for a State Contract

  • You will need to contact your local USDA Service Center or Soil and Water Conservation District. Land will be verified for eligibility and eligibility of conservation practices will be determined.
  • Sign a completed state enrollment form.
  • Enrollment will be sent to ISDA Division of Soil Conservation for approval
  • A title search (permanent easement) or Judgment and Lien Search and Easement Search (15-25 year contract extension) will be obtained.
  • On permanent easements, a survey may be required.
  • Sign completed easement document.
  • Easement or contract extension will be recorded at the County Courthouse.
  • Title insurance will be obtained by the Soil and Water Conservation District.