Do You Mow or not to Mow Your CRP?

To Mow or Not to Mow Your CRP? The temptation is to mow to keep things looking neat and tidy, but depending on your CRP contract you may not be able to do it.

What happens if you disturb a CRP cover?

Unauthorized disturbance of CRP cover is considered a violation of the terms and conditions of the CRP contract and conservation plan. Violations could potentially result in hefty penalties including contract termination and refund of all contract related payments. What to do if you have noxious weeds during the primary nesting season?

What are the rules for maintaining CRP land?

MID-CONTRACT MANAGEMENT: USDA has rules landowners must follow for maintaining acres that are in the Conservation Reserve Program. Mowing is only allowed at certain times, for example. You must schedule maintenance and management activities on CRP land outside of the primary nesting season.

When to use MCM on a CRP field?

The MCM options vary depending on the CRP practice; participants select one option that will be performed during the life of the contract. In general, MCM is applied to one-third of the acreage in the field. But for fields of 20 acres or less, the MCM may be applied to the entire field.