Rejuvenate pastures

Ducks Unlimited Canada’s sod seeding pilot program pays you $40/acre and provides extensive agronomic support.

Prevent tillage of grasslands while improving plant diversity, optimizing pollinator habitat and increasing livestock feed quality in poorly producing pasturelands.


front cover of pamphlet for Ducks Unlimited Canada sod seeding program.

Program details:

  • 10-year term
  • Agreement is pro-rated, allowing for early exit
  • Nothing is tied to land title and no carbon credits are claimed under the agreement
  • 30-acre minimum to qualify
  • Eligible on pasture acres, including rented land (with landowner permission)
  • Not eligible for broadcast seeding establishments
  • A winning record: Ducks Unlimited Canada has successfully established 1,200 acres of sod seeding in Manitoba
  • Ducks Unlimited Canada agrologists will assist producers with seed mix formulation, seeding rates and equipment specifics to ensure successful establishments
  • A grazing management plan is included, with advice on enhancing pasture productivity
  • Field(s) must fall within Ducks Unlimited Canada’s Target Areas to qualify

Connect with Cam Ross to find out if you are eligible for the Sod Seed Program

By Phone:  204-868-8145