This opportunity is no longer accepting applications.
grant admin_console 949910

Maryland's Conservation Buffer Initiative

ADDITIONAL TREE PLANTING INCENTIVES ARE STILL AVAILABLE

Incentives to plant riparian forest buffers are available again this year. These payments are on top of the $4,000 or $4,500 per acre offered for installation. To encourage more tree planting, the new incentives include:

Funding Source

Agency: Maryland Department of Agriculture

Eligibility

  • Farmers and landowners who are responsible for the management of eligible lands may apply.
  • Farmers who lease land must certify an active lease for the term of the buffer, or provide an agreement from the landowner.
  • Farmers and landowners must be in good standing with US…

Dates

Application Deadline: April 30, 2026

Supporting links

Secure Grant Funding 10x Faster

Scout delivers AI-powered grant writing paired with experts that's faster, more affordable, and built to win.

Already have an account? Sign In

Trusted by 500+ Happy Customers

Get opportunities sent to your inbox

The latest grant news and insights from our experts.

Save this opportunity and explore more

Share Opportunity

Share this opportunity with others.
Anyone with this link can view the opportunity details.