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    • Programs & Services
      • Conservation Assistance
      • Conservation Seeding
      • S.T.A.R. Program
      • Applications & Forms
      • Make a Payment
    • Events
    • Sales
      • Fish Sale
      • Rain Barrel Sale
    • About
      • About Us & Staff
      • Board & Meetings
      • Contact Information
  • Home
  • Programs & Services
    • Conservation Assistance
    • Conservation Seeding
    • S.T.A.R. Program
    • Applications & Forms
    • Make a Payment
  • Events
  • Sales
    • Fish Sale
    • Rain Barrel Sale
  • About
    • About Us & Staff
    • Board & Meetings
    • Contact Information

Saving Tomorrow's Agricultural Resources

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What is S.T.A.R.?

S.T.A.R. is a free program that assesses the conservation progress on a field and uses that rating to connect producers with technical assistance, resources, programs, guidance, and compensation. 


The goal of S.T.A.R. is to encourage the continued adoption of conservation practices, and recognize farmers for their commitment to sustainability. From improved nutrient management to cover crops to edge of field water treatment and even crop rotation or inclusion of livestock, a suite of practices can result in a rating of between one and five stars.

Producer Information
Illinois S.T.A.R.
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Useful Documents

Overview of STAR Verification Procedures (pdf)Download
STAR Terms of Use and Privacy Policy (pdf)Download
Field Form Revision Request (pdf)Download
CY24 Frequently Asked Questions (pdf)Download
Siemer Program Verification Overview (pdf)Download

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The DeKalb County Soil and Water Conservation District is an equal opportunity employer.

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