Rolling deadline grant federal

Agricultural Conservation Easement Program — Wetland Reserve Easements (ACEP-WRE)

USDA NRCS

Funding Amount

100% of easement value for permanent easements

Default Deadline

Rolling / Open year-round

About This Program

Restore, protect, and enhance wetlands on eligible land through conservation easements.

Who's Eligible

  • ✓ Landowners with eligible wetland or former wetland areas
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