UF Center for Landscape Conservation Planning
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Yesterday Governor DeSantis and his cabinet approved more than 62,000 acres of farmland for conservation through the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services Rural and Family Lands Protection Program, at value of over $206M, and over 23,000 acres through the Florida Department of Environmental Protection Florida Forever program.
“These lands not only fuel our economy but also form the backbone of our state and nation’s food security. Together, we are ensuring that Florida remains a place where agriculture thrives, and our natural resources are conserved for generations to come.” – Wilton Simpson, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture.
Gov. DeSantis, Florida Cabinet approve easements to preserve 62,000 acres of agricultural land
floridapolitics.com
About $206M worth of Florida farmland will be protected thanks to preservation measures approved Tuesday.
Our good friends at 1000 Friends of Florida are offering a webinar about the relationship between development, careful urban planning, and protecting the Florida Wildlife Corridor. Register now for classes in the new year!
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