Farmable Wetlands Program (FWP)
The Farmable Wetlands Program (FWP) is designed to restore previously farmed wetlands and wetland buffers to improve both vegetation and water flow. Land generally must have been used for agricultural purposes for 3 of the past 10 crop years. Enrolled land cannot exceed 40 acres for wetlands or constructed wetlands. Practices include wetlands, wetland buffers, and constructed wetlands.
Farm Eligibility
Does not specify
Illinois
Wetlands
- Wetland Buffers
Not applicable
Money Matters
Annual rental payments
Cost-share assistance up to 50% of the allowable costs to establish a practice. A Climate Smart Annual Practice Incentive of 3, 5, or 10% based on the practice cover. A 50% Practice Incentive Payment (PIP). Sign-up Incentive Payment (SIP) equal to 32.5% of first full year’s annual rental payment.
Refer to program category descriptions for general stackability potential. Reach out to the program contact for more information.
Not applicable
Contracting Info
10-15 years
Basic farm information, field boundaries, crop history, and resource concerns. Most USDA programs require you to have an FSA farm and track number.
Support is typically provided by the local SWCD or NRCS office.
Most publicly funded programs have specific establishment and maintenance requirements that are provided by SWCD / NRCS.
Technical Info
Local Farm Service Agency office
Not applicable
Not applicable
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