| Agency Name | Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA NRCS) |
| Affiliation | federal government |
| Web Site | http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/programs/HFRP/ProgInfo/Index.html |
| Project Annual Funding Level | varies |
| Range of Funding (Landowner) | varies |
| Criteria for funding project | Private landowners. Land enrolled in the HFRP must have a restoration plan. |
| Geographic Coverage Area | All counties. National. |
| Description of Program | Program offers landowners financial and
technical assistance to restore and protect healthy forests through 99-year
easements, 30-year easements, and restoration agreements. State Conservationist submits proposals to the Chief of NRCS for funding selection. |
| When are landowner applications accepted? | Continuous sign-up |
| Match Required? | Yes Program pays 50%-100% reimbursement of costs depending upon the length of the contract. |
| Target Invasive Species? | All listed. |
| Any other Requirements or Eligibility? | |
| Agreement Required | Yes 10 years to 30 years |
| Permanent Contact Person | Astor Boozer |
| Contact number | 202-720-0242 |
| e-mail address | astor.boozer@wdc.usda.gov |
| contacted last | 2009-06-08 00:00:00.0 |
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