Explaining differences in Environmental Quality Incentives Program applications between states
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This research attempts to gain an understanding of how differing agricultural and sociopolitical contexts across the United States influence attempted participation in national agricultural conservation programs. The study investigates factors influencing application rates in the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) at the state level in the United States. The hypothesis tested is that the agricultural and sociopolitical setting in a state influences state EQIP application rates. The study adds to the body of literature concerning participation by investigating factors influencing application rates in EQIP at the state level in the United States.