Forestry BMP Cost-Share Program
The Forestry BMP Cost-Share Program from Indiana DNR helps landowners implement research-based forestry and conservation practices to restore forests, habitats, and improve environmental quality.
Funder: Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round; ranking periods apply)
Funding Amounts: Cost-share rates vary by program; typical support covers a percentage of eligible project costs or provides annual rental payments (e.g., CRP: 10–15 year contracts).
Summary: Supports Indiana landowners and producers in implementing forestry and conservation best management practices through financial and technical assistance.
Key Information: Application ranking deadlines vary by county and program; contact your local District Forester or NRCS office for details.
Description
The Forestry BMP Cost-Share Program, administered by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR), is designed to help Indiana landowners, farmers, and agricultural producers implement best management practices (BMPs) in forestry and conservation. The program offers both financial and technical assistance through several federal and state initiatives, 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). These programs support a range of activities such as forest restoration, wildlife habitat enhancement, invasive species control, and improvements to water and soil quality. The overarching goal is to promote sustainable land management and environmental stewardship across Indiana’s woodlands and farmlands.
