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Preserve Rhode Island’s Ag Lands, Wetlands, and Forest Lands with USDA Conservation Easements

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Mark Magura, the owner of Leap Frog LLC in Starke County, Indiana, turned 200.6 acres of Leap Frog into a permanent easement by enrolling it in the NRCS's Wetland Reserve Easement Program. The easement includes former cropland that was restored to create wetland, prairie and forest habitat for wildlife. Under the terms of the easement, the NRCS will have perpetual the right to have a say in how the property is managed. Landowners such as Magura retain usage rights to their property for passive enjoyment inc

NRCS in Rhode Island announces a third signup ranking date of April 24, 2026, for property owners and eligible entities to apply for conservation easements to protect working ag lands, wetlands, and forest lands.