**Appendix A. Conservation Programs in Mississippi**

The Delta region in Mississippi has a diversity of habitats in which urban, agricultural, and wildlife habitat landscapes coexist. Growers and landowners in the area actively seek guidance in attaining land and water resource stewardship. Hunting and fishing clubs are among the highest priced memberships in the areas. Agricultural land and water projects often include wildlife habitat enhancing features that further increase the value of such clubs. The National Wildlife Federation work in the area focuses on protecting and restoring healthy rivers and estuaries, conserving wetlands, springs, and aquifers, and protecting wildlife habitats. These goals overlap with producer interests

and are prominent features in existing conservation programs in the area. Table A1 contains a list and brief description of the conservation programs in which survey respondents claimed to participate.


