To which entity should applications for REAP be sent?

Applications for the Resource Enhancement and Protection (REAP) program should be sent to the State Conservation Commission. This entity is responsible for overseeing the REAP program, which aims to promote agricultural practices that enhance environmental sustainability. By directing applications to the State Conservation Commission, applicants ensure that their submissions are handled by the appropriate regulatory body with the expertise and authority to process and evaluate them effectively.

The other options may involve related environmental or agricultural oversight but are not directly tied to the management of the REAP program. For instance, while the Department of Agriculture may play a role in broader agricultural regulations, it does not specifically manage the REAP application process. Likewise, the local conservation district mainly focuses on local conservation efforts, and the Environmental Protection Agency is primarily concerned with national environmental policies and regulations rather than state-specific programs like REAP.