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Conservation planning available

Farmers and private landowners in Michigan have until June 12 to sign up for conservation planning assistance.  The planning is offered through the Natural Resources Conversation Service to identify resource concerns on farm and forest land.

USDA State Conservationist Garry Lee says farmers and private forest owners who sign-up will receive free conservation planning during 2015.  The planning will also help find USDA financial assistance to address concerns.  Example of  practices eligible for assistance include windbreaks, livestock waste storage, nutrient and pest management plans, grassed waterways, cover crops and timber stand improvement.