| Enhancement |
Enhancement Number |
Description |
Unit |
Unit Cost |
Rate |
% Cost Share |
| Soil Management |
SM1 |
Improve
soil conditioning and quality by implementing conservation measures that
result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of at least 0.1. |
Acre |
$
1.16 |
FR |
100 |
| SM2 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 0.2. |
Acre |
$
2.32 |
FR |
100 |
| SM3 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 0.3. |
Acre |
$
3.48 |
FR |
100 |
| SM4 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 0.4. (NOTE: This is the maximum SCI
enhancement level for grazing land.) |
Acre |
$
4.64 |
FR |
100 |
| SM5 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 0.5. |
Acre |
$
5.80 |
FR |
100 |
| SM6 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 0.6. |
Acre |
$
6.96 |
FR |
100 |
| SM7 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 0.7. |
Acre |
$
8.12 |
FR |
100 |
| SM8 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 0.8. |
Acre |
$
9.28 |
FR |
100 |
| SM9 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 0.9. |
Acre |
$
10.44 |
FR |
100 |
| SM10 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 1.0. |
Acre |
$
11.60 |
FR |
100 |
| SM11 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 1.1. |
Acre |
$
12.76 |
FR |
100 |
| SM12 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 1.2. |
Acre |
$
13.92 |
FR |
100 |
| SM13 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 1.3. |
Acre |
$
15.08 |
FR |
100 |
| SM14 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 1.4. |
Acre |
$
16.24 |
FR |
100 |
| SM15 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 1.5. |
Acre |
$
17.40 |
FR |
100 |
| SM16 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 1.6. |
Acre |
$
18.56 |
FR |
100 |
| SM17 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 1.7. |
Acre |
$
19.72 |
FR |
100 |
| SM18 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 1.8. |
Acre |
$
20.88 |
FR |
100 |
| SM19 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 1.9. |
Acre |
$
22.04 |
FR |
100 |
| SM20 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 2.0. |
Acre |
$
23.20 |
FR |
100 |
| SM21 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 2.1. |
Acre |
$
24.36 |
FR |
100 |
| SM22 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 2.2. |
Acre |
$
25.52 |
FR |
100 |
| SM23 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 2.3. |
Acre |
$
26.68 |
FR |
100 |
| SM24 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 2.4. |
Acre |
$
27.84 |
FR |
100 |
| SM25 |
Improve soil conditioning and quality by implementing
conservation measures that result in a Soil Conditioning Index (SCI) score of
at least 2.5 or greater. |
Acre |
$
29.00 |
FR |
100 |
| SM26 |
Reduce soil compaction by controlling areas of traffic that
result in a Soil Tillage Intensity Rating (STIR) between 31 and 60 |
Acre |
$
0.50 |
FR |
100 |
| SM27 |
Reduce soil compaction by controlling areas of traffic that
result in a Soil Tillage Intensity Rating (STIR) between 16 and 30 |
Acre |
$
1.00 |
FR |
100 |
| SM28 |
Reduce soil compaction by controlling areas of traffic that
result in a Soil Tillage Intensity Rating (STIR) of 15 or less |
Acre |
$
2.00 |
FR |
100 |
| SM29 |
Using GPS or other similar guided measure technology, reduce
soil compaction by controlling areas of traffic that result in a Soil Tillage
Intensity Rating (STIR) between 31 and 60 |
Acre |
$
1.00 |
FR |
100 |
| SM30 |
Using GPS or other similar guided measure technology, reduce
soil compaction by controlling areas of traffic that result in a Soil Tillage
Intensity Rating (STIR) between 16 and 30 |
Acre |
$
2.00 |
FR |
100 |
| SM31 |
Using GPS or other similar guided measure technology, reduce
soil compaction by controlling areas of traffic that result in a Soil Tillage
Intensity Rating (STIR) of 15 or less |
Acre |
$
4.00 |
FR |
100 |
| Habitat Management |
HM1 |
To
enhance nesting success, defer mowing/haying and livestock grazing of
Wildlife Friendly Cool Season/Native Warm Season Grasses during the period (May 15 - August 1) on a minimum
of 5 contiguous acres. |
Acre |
$ 10.00 |
FR |
100 |
| HM2 |
On cropland or hayland, manage 3 or more species of NWSG and
Forbs on filter strips, field borders, and/or contour buffer strips according
to NRCS standards to improve habitat. |
Acre |
$ 75.00 |
FR |
100 |
| HM3 |
Manage
Riparian Buffers, Filter Strips, Field Borders with native species -- 2x Standard Minimum NTE Standard Maximum Width
to provide diverse habitat. |
Acre |
$ 175.00 |
FR |
100 |
| HM4 |
For
purposes of creating early successional habitat, manage Shrubs and/or Native
Grasses/Forbs for wildlife habitat according to the Upland Wildlife Habitat
Management Standard. Must be a minimum
of 5 acres not to exceed 10% of enrolled acreage. |
Acre |
$ 100.00 |
FR |
100 |
| HM5 |
Manage
grassland areas with strip disking on a rotational 3 year basis according to
Upland Wildlife Habitat Management Standard to promote habitat
diversity. Must be a minimum of 5
acres |
Acre |
$ 10.00 |
FR |
100 |
| HM6 |
For
purposes of sustaining grassland habitat, manage Non-Fescue grassland areas
with strip mowing on a rotational 3 year basis according to Upland Wildlife
Habitat Management Standard. Must be a
minimum of 5 acres |
Acre |
$ 5.00 |
FR |
100 |
| HM7 |
For purposes of enhancing grass/forb diversity, apply selective
herbicide application and inter-seed native forbs into established Native
Grass stands. |
Acre |
$ 9.00 |
FR |
100 |
| HM8 |
To
provide nesting/brood rearing cover, at least 25% of Forages managed in
Native Warm Season Grasses. Payment is per acre of NWSGs. |
Acre |
$ 20.00 |
FR |
100 |
| HM9 |
Improve
habitat by excluding livestock from a Riparian Buffer, Filter Strip, Field
Border, Wildlife Land, and/or Wetlands.
Exclusion with no Setback. |
Feet |
$ 0.25 |
FR |
100 |
| HM10 |
Improve habitat by excluding livestock from a Riparian Buffer,
Filter Strip/Field Border (greater than maximum 120' width), Forestland,
and/or Wetlands. Exclusion with a 20'
setback that is maintained in non-fescue herbaceous cover and is not mowed
annually. |
Feet |
$ 0.40 |
FR |
100 |
| Air Resources |
AR1 |
Improve air quality by managing windbreaks to control spray
drift; or odor around feedlot/feeding areas through decreased volatization (3
row minimum). |
Acre |
$ 150.00 |
FR |
100 |
| AR2 |
Improve air quality by incorporating animal waste 2 inches or
more below soil surface. |
Acre |
$ 2.00 |
FR |
100 |
| AR3 |
Improve air quality by injecting animal waste 2 inches or more
below soil surface with low residue disturbing equipment. |
Acre |
$ 4.00 |
FR |
100 |
| Grazing Management |
GM1 |
Practice short duration grazing (grazed 7 days or less with at
least 18 days rest April-June, and 30 days rest July through mid-November)
for the purpose of conserving pastureland resources and improving harvest
efficiency. Manage forage height above
the prescribed grazing heights listed in the prescribed grazing standard. |
Acre |
$ 20.00 |
FR |
100 |
| GM2 |
Exclude or practice short duration grazing (grazed 5 days or
less with at least 25 days rest April-June, and 35 days rest July-March) of
pastures that are adjacent to or contain streams. Always rotate livestock before paths
develop. Manage forage height above
the minimum stubble height requirements in the prescribed grazing
standard. This is for the purpose of
enhancing riparian values in pastures. |
Acre |
$ 40.00 |
FR |
100 |
| GM3 |
Facilities such as feed, mineral, water, and
shade are all separated for improved animal distribution. |
Acre |
$ 0.50 |
FR |
100 |
| GM4 |
Employ an overall forage management system that includes 20% or
more cool season perennial pastureland and 20% or more warm season perennial
pastureland for the purpose of diversifying quality forage available
throughout the year, and improved livestock distribution. |
Acre |
$ 4.00 |
FR |
100 |
| GM5 |
Manage a mixture of novel endophyte (or endophyte free)
perennial grass and 2 legumes for multiple purpose management. |
Acre |
$ 20.00 |
FR |
100 |
| GM6 |
Utilize Nutritional Balance Analyzer (NUTBAL) or other similar
tool, and laboratory fecal analysis to improve efficiency of livestock
production and utilization of imported nutrients (feedstuffs that are not
produced on-site). Manage a
nutritional program that meets the needs of animal health and well-being. |
Year |
$ 200.00 |
FR |
100 |
| GM7 |
Precondition at least 50% of all calves (weaning on-farm a
minimum of 45 days) following all guidelines of CPH (Certified Preconditioned
for Health) keeping all records for health documentation. This practice is
for purposes of improved animal health and efficiency. |
Year |
$ 300.00 |
FR |
100 |
| GM8 |
Manage a mixture of
perennial ryegrass or timothy, orchardgrass, and a legume (white clover, red
clover, or alfalfa) for multiple purpose management. |
Acre |
$ 10.00 |
FR |
100 |
| GM9 |
Water
facilities are placed so travel distance to water is less than 800 feet for
improved animal distribution and improved water forage intake by livestock. |
Acre |
$ 2.00 |
FR |
100 |
| Nutrient
Management |
NM1 |
Utilize
split nitrogen applications based on AGR-1 to match nutrient applications to
plant needs and reduce the potential for nitrogen loss. |
Acre |
$ 2.00 |
FR |
100 |
| NM2 |
For purposes of nutrient loss prevention, utilize fertilizer
application methods that will place nutrients as close as possible to the
root zone of the plant, such as banding, side-dressing, injection and
fertigation. |
Acre |
$ 2.00 |
FR |
100 |
| NM3 |
Rotate
fields for manure or compost application annually to reduce soil compaction,
buildup of phosphorus and heavy metals. Must be according to nutrient
management plan utilizing soil and manure testing and be based upon plant
nutrient removal. |
Acre |
$ 15.00 |
FR |
100 |
| NM4 |
Apply manure to pastures and hayland in early spring/early fall
for Cool Seasons and early summer for Warm Season Forages to fully utilize
nutrients in the manure. Must be
according to nutrient management plan utilizing soil and manure testing and
be based upon plant nutrient removal. |
Acre |
$ 15.00 |
FR |
100 |
| NM5 |
100% No-till on non-HEL land to enhance soil Organic Matter
Content. |
Acre |
$ 3.00 |
FR |
100 |
| NM6 |
To ensure proper fertilization, use a Chlorophyll Meter to base
nitrogen rates on Wheat according to AGR-170. |
Acre |
$ 2.00 |
FR |
100 |
| NM7 |
For enhanced nutrient retention and uptake, manage field borders
- 2x minimum width up to 120'. |
Acre |
$ 75.00 |
FR |
100 |
| NM8 |
For purposes of filtering nutrients, manage filter strips - 2x
minimum width up to 120'. |
Acre |
$ 100.00 |
FR |
100 |
| NM9 |
Increase sod-forming or perennial crops in the rotation by two
years to manage soil nutrients. |
Acre |
$ 3.00 |
FR |
100 |
| NM10 |
Annual nutrient testing (+ micronutrients) of the soil &/or
plant tissues on all fields to ensure precise nutrient applications. |
Acre |
$ 0.50 |
FR |
100 |
| NM11 |
Use precision ag techniques (grid soil sampling, yield
monitoring and GPS controlled nutrient application) to optimize the
application of nutrients based on soil, drainage class and topsoil depth (for
nitrogen); and soil nutrient levels (for all other nutrients); and guidance
aids (light bars and automated guidance) to ensure proper application. |
Acre |
$ 5.00 |
FR |
100 |
| NM12 |
Utilize composted animal
and/or plant waste as a soil amendment to increase soil organic matter
and soil humus, as well as, enhance field water-holding
capacity and infiltration rates to decrease runoff. |
Acre |
$ 8.00 |
FR |
100 |
| Pest Management |
PM1 |
Integrated
Pest Management (IPM) according to University of Kentucky Guidelines to
ensure sound pest control/prevention management. |
Acre |
$ 5.00 |
FR |
100 |
| PM2 |
Minimize offsite losses using hooded sprayers, direct injection,
banding, and sensor guided sprayers. |
Acre |
$ 3.00 |
FR |
100 |
| PM3 |
Utilize Organic Farming methods according to KY Dept. of
Agriculture certification requirements to
reduce pesticide applications on the landscape. |
Acre |
$ 40.00 |
FR |
100 |
| Energy Management |
EM1 |
Energy Audit |
Each |
$
500.00 |
FR |
100 |
| EM2 |
Recycling of all used motor oil for tractors and lubricating oil
for other farm equipment such as irrigation pumps or grain drying
motors. Must use a recycling center. |
Year |
$
200.00 |
FR |
100 |
| EM3 |
Use of perennial legumes in the crop rotation to reduce energy
need for production of nitrogen |
Acre |
$
0.70 |
FR |
100 |
| EM4 |
Use of annual legumes in the crop rotation to reduce energy need
for production of nitrogen |
Acre |
$
0.10 |
FR |
100 |
| EM5 |
Use of manure to supply at least 90% of nutrient needs of plants |
Acre |
$
1.10 |
FR |
100 |
| EM6 |
Soil Tillage Intensity Rating (STIR) is less than 60 |
Acre |
$
0.50 |
FR |
100 |
| EM7 |
Soil Tillage Intensity Rating (STIR) is less than 30 |
Acre |
$
0.70 |
FR |
100 |
| EM8 |
Soil Tillage Intensity Rating (STIR) is less than 15 |
Acre |
$
0.90 |
FR |
100 |
| EM9 |
Use of renewable energy fuel (Biodiesel or Ethanol). Payments
are made in $25 increments for each 100 gallons actual biofuel used per year. |
per 100 gallons |
$
25.00 |
FR |
100 |
| EM10 |
Renewable energy generation (solar, wind, water, geothermal,
methane). |
100 KWh |
$
2.50 |
FR |
100 |
| EM11 |
5% energy reduction |
Total BTU's |
$
100.00 |
FR |
100 |
| EM12 |
10% energy reduction |
Total BTU's |
$
200.00 |
FR |
100 |
| EM13 |
20% energy reduction |
Total BTU's |
$
500.00 |
FR |
100 |
| Irrigation Management |
IM1 |
Irrigation Enhancement Level 1: 60 - 64% |
Acre |
$ 2.00 |
FR |
100 |
| IM2 |
Irrigation Enhancement Level 2: 65 - 69% |
Acre |
$ 4.00 |
FR |
100 |
| IM3 |
Irrigation Enhancement Level 3: 70 - 74% |
Acre |
$ 6.00 |
FR |
100 |
| IM4 |
Irrigation Enhancement Level 4: 75 - 79% |
Acre |
$ 8.00 |
FR |
100 |
| IM5 |
Irrigation Enhancement Level 5: 80 - 84% |
Acre |
$ 10.00 |
FR |
100 |
| IM6 |
Irrigation Enhancement Level 6: 85% plus |
Acre |
$ 12.00 |
FR |
100 |
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