Conservation Planting Program
Teton Conservation District (TCD) launched the Conservation Planting Program (CPP) in 2022 to support agricultural and native vegetation projects. The goals of the program include improving soil health, water quality, and air quality; supporting native pollinator species; and saving and energy and labor. There are two pillars to the program: the Agricultural Program (grow food) and the Residential Program (grow native plants).
Agricultural Conservation Planting Program
The agricultural CPP supports agriculture projects and practices that benefit natural resources and the community food system.
Who can apply?
Farmers, ranchers, residents interested in growing food at home.
what kind of support is offered?
Teton Conservation District provides two types of support:
On-the-ground support: TCD staff provides free site visits to discuss agricultural practices that enhance natural resources.
Grant funding: TCD has limited grant funding available to help private landowners implement agricultural conservation planting projects. The grant program requires a minimum 50% cash or in-kind labor or equipment match from the applicant.
How do I apply?
Click here to download the Agricultural Conservation Planting Program Guidelines. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
What are some examples of eligible projects?
Purchase of greenhouse or other agricultural outbuilding structure. Click here to read about a greenhouse that TCD supported at the Children’s Learning Center.
Development of new community gardens or improvements to existing community gardens.
Implementation of conservation tillage, cover crop, and/or drill seeding practices. Click here to read about an example project in Alta, Wyo.
And more! Projects are not limited to the above examples. Contact us to discuss your needs and goals.
More information
Contact Robb Sgroi, Land Resources Specialist, at 307-733-2110 or robb@tetonconservation.org.
Residential Conservation Planting Program
Teton Conservation District provides free, site-specific consultation for properties located in Teton County, Wyoming. Our staff can help with native plant selection, habitat restoration, revegetation, reclamation, pollinator landscaping, seed mix development and review, plant sourcing, site preparation, vegetation identification, invasive species identification and management, and other vegetation-related questions. Every property is unique, and our recommendations are tailored to your site's conditions and your management objectives.
Who can Get Assistance?
Landowners, businesses, nonprofits, and schools interested in creating and stewarding native plant habitat.
what kind of support is offered?
On-the-ground support: TCD staff provides free Walk-and-Talks to identify vegetation and provide restoration and habitat-improvement recommendations.
How do I get assistance?
For Walk-and-Talks contact: morgan@tetonconservation.org.
What are some examples of eligible projects?
Jackson Hole High School Pollinator Garden
Munger Elementary School Pollinator Garden
Teton Pines Open Space Pollinator Garden
More information
Contact Morgan Graham, GIS & Wildlife Habitat Specialist, at 307-733-2110 or morgan@tetonconservation.org.