USDA Surveying Conservation Programs

A new survey being conducted by the USDA is attempting to uncover conservation practices on farms across the country. The Conservation Effects Assessment Project is designed to help the USDA determine what is needed to further help U.S. farmers protect soil, water and other resources.

Nov 29, 2012

A new survey being conducted by the USDA is attempting to uncover conservation practices on farms across the country. The Conservation Effects Assessment Project is designed to help the USDA determine what is needed to further help U.S. farmers protect soil, water and other resources.

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