Coordinate technical and financial support and develop an outreach campaign to help farmers increase the adoption of cover crops in corn, soybean and wheat systems throughout Illinois. Project will support the adoption of cover crops on 75,000 acres to enhance soil health, improve water resources, and provide benefit to wildlife while providing economic benefits to participating farmers.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Conservation Partners
Project Title: Coordinating Cover Crop Adoption to Conserve Natural Resources in Illinois
Organization:
American Farmland Trust
Project ID:
2004.22.074915
Description:
Award Amount:
$566816.00
Location:
Illinois