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Signup for the Conservation Stewardship Program will be held through Sept. 17. The program encourages producers to address resource concerns on their farm in a comprehensive manner by undertaking additional conservation activities, and improving existing measures. Person, entities, corporations and Indian tribes may be eligible for the program. For more details, visit www.ga.nrcs.usda.gov or call (770) 957-5705.
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