Conservation & Bioenergy
CONSERVATION

FDCE has been establishing native grasses, forbs and pollinator habitat since 2003. We have successfully and professionally established and managed over 370,000 acres of habitat since inception, with project sizes ranging from 15-2,000 acres.
BIOENERGY

FDCE’s bioenergy sector focuses on the use of native perennial vegetation and crop residues to replace traditional non-renewable products and methodologies. Projects include: cellulosic ethanol, direct combustion, pollinator friendly solar arrays and poultry bedding.
Testimonials
Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) | Conservation Practices | CRP Seed Mixes | Competent Contractor
Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) | NRCS | FSA | SWCD | CRP Seed Companies
Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) | How to Plant | Who to Hire
Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) | Farm Management | How to complete your CRP project | CRP Seed
Mr. Schwartz, your email last year said things would look much better this year and they have. This is year 3 of the 10 year program. It's now been 5-6 weeks since the June mowing. Many coneflowers, bee's balm, tall prairie grasses, etc. Many thanks.
Leslie M.CRP participant 2018
I personally have told many people of my great experience and prompt services that I received from FDCE.
Terry S.CRP participant 2016
FDCE did a great job, they called back when I called and were great to work with. Keep it up!
Don B.CRP participant 2018
I appreciated being able to contact my representative Tom Schwartz to ask questions and express concerns. Tom responded with a return email or phone call. I can’t wait until I have a field of wildflowers to look at each and every day!
Sheri D.CRP participant 2017
FDCE has outstanding customer service there is no chance I would think of contacting anyone else.
Jake S.CRP participant 2018
Previous
Next
GETTING STARTED ON YOUR PROJECT IS EASY
Selecting Seed Mix for CRP
January 7, 2021
As of January 4th, enrollment for general CRP in 2020 is officially open. If you’re looking to submit a bid, now is the time to
Selecting a Conservation Practice for CRP
December 31, 2020
General enrollment for CRP in 2021 is just a week away. Between January 4th and February 12, interested parties may submit bids to earn a contract and
Joining the Conservation Reserve Program in 2021
December 18, 2020
As 2020 comes to a close, many are looking optimistically towards the future. A new year brings new opportunities. For farmers and landowners interesting in joining the Conservation Reserve