Forestry BMP Cost-Share Program
The Forestry BMP Cost-Share Program from Indiana DNR funds science-based conservation practices to improve forest health, habitat, and water quality on Indiana lands.
Funder: Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round; funding considered during ranking periods)
Funding Amounts: Cost-share and annual rental payments; CRP contracts typically 10–15 years; specific amounts vary by program and practice.
Summary: Supports Indiana landowners and producers in improving forest health and environmental quality through technical and financial assistance for conservation practices.
Key Information: Multiple state and federal cost-share programs are coordinated; eligibility and incentives vary by program and land type.
Description
The Forestry BMP Cost-Share Program is a collaborative initiative led by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to help Indiana landowners and agricultural producers implement conservation practices that improve forest health, enhance wildlife habitat, protect water quality, and restore sensitive lands. The program connects participants to a range of federal and state assistance options—including the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP), Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program (WHIP), Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP), and Wetland Reserve Program (WRP)—offering both technical guidance and financial support. These programs are designed to promote sustainable land management, environmental stewardship, and agricultural productivity.
