The Forest Legacy Program was established in the 1990 Farm Bill to protect environmentally important forest lands that are threatened by conversion to nonforest uses. It provides federal funding for conservation easements and fee simple purchases.
Read more about Forest Legacy Program: Program Purpose, Program Description, Program Characteristics, FLP Partner Roles, Program Activities, Eligibility, Program Administration
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