Benefits of the Program

• Important habitats and greater biodiversity are conserved on farmland.
• Farmers gain market recognition for their contribution to conservation of natural habitat.
• The conservation label serves to differentiate TLC partners’ products within the organics market.
• TLC partners are more competitive in local and international markets.
• Participants who opt for financial contributions or long-term stewardship agreements, such as conservation covenants or land donation may gain significant tax benefits.
• Landowners have an opportunity to learn more about the natural areas on their property.
• Landowners receive technical and potential funding assistance for stewardship projects.
• TLC, producers, consumers, retailers, government, and media are able to increase the profile of agriculture as an environmentally compatible industry.
• Everyone helps to preserve BC’s agricultural land and our natural and farming heritage.