Evaluations, Procedures and Methods

NRCS has a long history of developing methods and evaluation tools for conservation.  We develop these scientifically-based methods for our own staff, landowners, private consultants, planning commissions at various scales, communities, and many organizations.  

The following are available as technical resources for assessment and application of conservation.

• Technical standards and specifications for conservation practices
• Soils Survey Standards
• Forestland Evaluation and Site Assessment ( FLESA)
• Evaluation of salt marshes
• Reading topographic maps
• Delineating watersheds

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Sample of a Certified Nutrient Management Plan for a Farm