[Carpenter] Grassland Reserve Program

[Kevin Carpenter]

Typically repayment of all monies received, possibly with interest. 
Something like that happens if you, say, build a lake on CRP ground. 
Repayment is just for the acres affected, but is frowned upon.

John?  Grant?  Do I speak truth?

Kevin

> Kevin,
> What is the penalty for opting out of the lifetime program once
> enrolled?
> Paul
>
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> From: carpenter-bounces at mysticplains.org
> [mailto:carpenter-bounces at mysticplains.org] On Behalf Of Kevin Carpenter
> Sent: Thursday, May 28, 2009 11:02 AM
> To: carpenter at mysticplains.org
> Subject: [Carpenter] Grassland Reserve Program
>
> Folks -
>
> It appears that its sign-up time for becoming qualified to enter the
> Grassland Reserve Program.  It is my current understanding that this is
> a 10,15,20, or permanent program with the limited-time programs paying
> something on the order $16.50/acre - but allowing grazing and haying.
> The permanent program would pay on the order of $800/acre one time.
>
> Of course, rates may vary in the future, but at today's rate, the
> permanent payment represents close to a 50 year's of annual payments.
>
> Evia and I have discussed (and may do so again!) or desire to
> permanently lock out development of the bulk of our property (beyond the
> 4-5 acres we will have deer fence around once house construction is
> complete).
> Currently, we are in favor of this.
>
> I seek from you your wisdom in enrolling in such a program, and perhaps
> enlightenment on what constraints we should place on which acres we
> enrolled.  For instance, most of you are aware of our desire to build
> several lakes on the property - both for soil conservation and beauty.
>
> Please use this distribution list for any public comments you have or
> e-mail me directly for private comments.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Kevin
>
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