Pollinator Habitat Incentive Program

Pollinator Habitat Incentive Program

Overview: American Farmland Trust, in partnership with Syngenta, offers incentive payments for new acres of pollinator habitat planted in the Midwest region through the Pollinator Habitat Incentive Program.

Background: Pollinators are essential to crop production—1/3 of crops grown in the United States require pollination. Despite being essential to agriculture, pollinators are in steep decline. One of the leading causes of pollinator decline is the loss of habitat.

Geographic Scope: Midwest Region

Eligibility Requirements:

Award Amount: $100/acre for new acres of pollinator habitat

Program Compatibility: The Pollinator Habitat Incentive Program is eligible for combination with other financial assistance programs, including USDA programs such as:

Applicants enrolled in USDA programs are encouraged to notify their program specialists of their intent to apply, as this incentive payment may count towards establishment costs.

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