See how prairie strips have benefited this farmer as he discusses the importance of conservation. Hear how he got the seeds and how he has implemented the prairie strip system. Farmer describes the importance and benefits of planting prairie strips in a cropping system.
Land Retirement
Description
The Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) is a long-term (10-15 year) perennial vegetation program intended to reduce soil erosion and protect resources.
Benefits
The established vegetation is a near "natural" system. These systems are not fertilized and will, over time, substantially limit the amount of N and P leaving the area enrolled in the program. Research indicates an average 85% reduction in nitrate-N concentration and a 75% reduction in P load with conversion to CRP from row-crop production. In addition, CRP acres provide plant and animal habitat and soil improvement benefits.
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