Farm & Ranch Lands Conservation Program (FRPP) — Permanent Easements to Preserve Working Lands in Central Texas

Are you a rancher or landowner looking to permanently protect your working land from development while supporting conservation efforts like mulching and land clearing? The Farm & Ranch Lands Conservation Program (FRPP) through Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) offers funding for permanent conservation easements, ideal for long-term agricultural preservation and land improvement projects, including forestry mulching and brush clearing.

What Is the FRPP?

The Farm & Ranch Lands Conservation Program (also called TFRLCP) helps ranchers and working landowners protect land with agricultural conservation easements. Administered by TPWD, the program supports conservation of farmland, water, wildlife habitat, and working landscapes through long-term land preservation strategies Texas Parks & Wildlife+1American Farmland Trust+1Texas Parks & Wildlife.

Is FRPP Still Available in 2025?

Yes. TPWD confirms that the Texas Farm & Ranch Lands Conservation Program is active in 2025, honoring easement agreements and accepting new applications in support of permanent land protection Texas Parks & Wildlife. Unlike annual grants, FRPP isn’t tied to a rigid summer cycle; projects are reviewed year-round.

Who It's For

• Ranchers and landowners committed to preserving open space and agricultural use

• Property owners interested in forestry mulching, land clearing, and creating defensible landscapes

• Those aiming to lock in their legacy and prevent future development

How the Funding Works

• FRPP offers cost-share support through permanent conservation easements

• Easements are legally recorded and run with the land, ensuring long-term protection

• Grants can offset the costs of conservation planning, brush clearing, mulching, and ecological enhancements Wikipedia+5American Farmland Trust+5FIRST in Texas+5American Farmland Trust+2Wikipedia+2Chron+2FIC+6Texas Parks & Wildlife+6American Farmland Trust+6Chron

Eligible Uses for Easement Funds

Though primarily focused on land protection, easement funds can be used to:

• Support forestry mulching and brush clearing to enhance land health

• Maintain open pasture and habitat through active conservation practices

• Fund erosion control, native planting, and wetland or wildlife habitat improvements

• Implement gravel driveway restoration in historic or agricultural corridors where conservation trust supports land access integrity

These procedures support conservation, improvement, and forest management goals aligned with Landon’s service offerings.

2025 Application Cycle & Timeline

• The program accepts applications year-round

• Project proposals, assessments, and easement agreements are reviewed periodically

• Next cycle discussions are open, contact TPWD or Landon for guidance on current openings WikipediaNatural Resources Conservation ServiceTexas Parks & Wildlife

How Projects Are Evaluated

TPWD reviews proposals based on:

• Ecological and agricultural value

• Long-term protection of prime working land and wildlife habitat

• Quality of conservation planning and easement design

• Feasibility and alignment with stewardship goals

• Potential for supporting land clearing or mulching that uplifts land health nri.tamu.edu+15Texas Parks & Wildlife+15Texas Parks & Wildlife+15American Farmland Trust+6nri.tamu.edu+6Chron+6thebluealliance.com

How Yonder Land Co. Makes This Work for You

Step 1 – Land & Conservation Assessment

Landon Norris conducts with TPWD to evaluate if your property qualifies, and can benefit from a conservation easement while supporting forestry mulching or pasture improvements.

Step 2 – Project Design & Documentation

We’ll help draft proposal materials, maps, ecological plans, and cost estimates to support your easement application and funding scope.

Step 3 – Execution of Improvements

If awarded, Yonder Land Co. can deliver brush clearing, forestry mulching, erosion control, and even gravel driveway restoration in the service corridor, ensuring improvements align with conservation commitments.

Step 4 – Stewardship & Compliance

Post-easement, we’ll assist with documentation, monitoring, and maintaining the land according to easement terms, so you stay compliant and proactive.

Why the FRPP Program Matters

• Ensures permanent protection of working land and agricultural space

• Enables conservation-minded enhancements like mulching and clearing

• Helps maintain long-term land value and control development risk

• Offers a legacy solution, not just short-term funding

Let’s Talk About Your Legacy and Land Improvement

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If you’re a landowner in Central Texas who values open space, conservation, and land health, Yonder Land Co. can help you explore FRPP options. From design to execution, including forestry mulching and driveway restoration, we’ll guide you through the process.

For the latest information, contact TPWD about the Farm & Ranch Lands Conservation Program or email TexasFarmandRanch@tpwd.texas.gov for application guidance FIC+1American Farmland Trust+1Texas Parks & Wildlife+1Texas Parks & Wildlife+1.

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