Agreement Number
NR206114XXXXG004
Awardee Name
Sustainable Iowa Land Trust
Grant Type
State
Project Title
Provide a one-stop-shop for landowners and producers exploring agroforestry resources in Iowa
Awardee State/Territory
Iowa
Involved States/territories
Iowa
Award Year
2020
Start Date
End Date
Award Amount
$99,000.00
Production/Use
Agroforestry
Resource Concern (Broad)
Soil
Resource Concern (Specific)
Plant structure and composition
Plant productivity and health
Conservation Practice(s)
Forest Trails and Landings
Forest Stand Improvement
Trails and Walkways
Tree/Shrub Establishment
Tree/Shrub Pruning
Tree/Shrub Site Preparation
Project Background
This project will research the different USDA programs, private investment opportunities, foundation and other funds available to establish agroforestry in Iowa and the federal, state and local laws that protect such work in the short and long term. The project will provide user-friendly resources to producers and landowners including information on the different kinds of deed restrictions and easements landowners can explore, provide sample leases landowners can use with tenants and potential buyers, a resource guide, and an interactive web page.
Project targeted to Historically Underserved producers?
No