Increase implementation of agricultural best management practices in the Lower-Middle Musconetcong and Lopatcong watersheds in the NJ Highlands. Project will engage farmers in the region through a free soil/manure testing initiative that includes farm assessment and farmer education, a free cover crop and nutrient management consulting service, as well as providing funding to leverage conservation practice implementation.
NFWF Grant Profile
Conservation Program(s):
Delaware River Restoration Fund
Project Title: Fostering Farmer Engagement for Implementation of Agricultural Best Management Practices (NJ)
Organization:
North Jersey RC&D Area Inc.
Project ID:
0403.18.061128
Description:
Award Amount:
$171000.00
Location:
Lower-Middle Musconetcong and Lopatcong;Warren and Hunterdon counties of New Jersey. Tributaries of West Portal Creek, Turkey Hill Brook, and Shurts Road.