This program is a partnership between the USDA Farm Service Agency, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, USDA, Natural Resources Conservation Service, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, and participating county land conservation departments throughout the state.

It is an opportunity for Wisconsin landowners to enroll agricultural lands into various practices. Practices include riparian buffers, wetland restoration and establishment of native grassland areas, among others. There is no waiting period for this program, and there is no competition with other applicants; however, enrollment and eligibility determinations are on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Project Areas
Map of eligible CREP counties identifying areas eligible for grassland and riparian project areas.

County Land Conservation Department Information
Information to aid the LCDs with landowner applications, forms, reports, procedure manuals, etc.

Applicant Information
Information on how to sign up, needed forms, how payments are calculated, eligible practices, and a guide to frequently asked questions.

CREP Brochure
View a brochure that contains general program information. You will need a PDF reader to view the brochure.

CREP News
CREP Program news and a periodic newsletter detailing the most recent CREP activities and information.

Partners
The CREP program is a joint venture between federal, state and local governments to preserve the environment and aid the producer. Here you can find links to our partner's web sites.