GFP reimburses South Dakota landowners 100% of seed and planting costs, up to $150 per acre, for small high-diversity native perennial plantings that serve pollinators and upland bird broods. Plantings are small: 2–9 acres on the web page, or 1–9 acres per the 2026 guide. Cost-share is not available on CRP or WRP plantings.
Eligibility
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Web: '2-9 acres'; Guide: 'Individual plantings must be a minimum of 1 acre and a maximum of 9 acres'.
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'Cost-share is not available on CRP or WRP plantings.'
Terms
'One-time payment made upon project completion.'
Published amounts: Web: 'Landowners are reimbursed for 100% of the costs incurred for seed and planting (up to $150/acre).' Guide p.3: 'Landowners are reimbursed 100% up to a maximum of $150/acre for seed costs'.
Application Instructions
Contact a GFP Private Lands Habitat Biologist.
Deadline text on the page: No deadline published.
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Updated September 25, 2026
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