What kind of programs are out there these days to encourage landowners to plant longleaf? At one time I was hearing about a program that made payments for so many years. Lately I have heard only about cost share programs. What all is out there?
I am talking about a small tract. Greater than 10 acres but less than 20 of open land. It was under cultivation years ago but for at least 10 years has been only mowed once or twice a year.
I mainly just want to watch them grow and end up with some nice longleaf habitat long term. Timber production as a seconday consideration.
Lots of programs out there
http://www.forestry.state.al.us/CostSharePrograms.aspx?bv=2&s=2The annual payment program you are referencing is CRP and is still in effect for cultivated fields. They are spending a TON of your $$ on longleaf restoration (as well as other give-away programs). However, if they are giving it away, we try to get our folks to get some
