Preserving family farms is one of Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler's top priorities.

In March 2005, he delivered his "Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Strategy" to the General Assembly. During that legislative session, the General Assembly passed House Bill 607 establishing the Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund.

Interested in conservation easements and conservation resource assistance for your land?
Click here to find your property and potential programs to meet your conservation goals.

Click to here to submit a Landowner Inquiry Form and a staff member will contact you directly about preserving your farm or forest.

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