(KLZA)-- Applications for the Nemaha Natural Resource District- Soil & Water Conservation Program are now being accepted at U-S Department of Agriculture county service centers.

Eligible activities through the program include:

Establish cool or warm season grasses on cropland. Establish trees and/or shrubs. Install or renovate terraces, grassed waterways, or underground outlets on cropland. Develop a planned grazing system including cross fencing, livestock tanks, wells and/or pipelines on pastureland. Construct grade stabilization structures with less than 10 feet of drop and no permanent pool.

Landowners may receive up to $14,000 in cost-share funding. Applications will be accepted until April 1st. Priority is given to work that can be completed between July 1 and October 1.

If you are facing soil erosion concerns on your property, the Soil & Water Conservation Program can be a great alternative. Visit your local USDA service center- Natural Resources Conservation Service to learn more and discuss how this program can enhance your property. Visit www.nemahanrd.org/programs/cost-share for more information.