Benchmark: USDA Highly Erodible Land and Wetland Conservation Rule: Wetland Determination Certification
Take this benchmark to assess how much you would benefit from taking the course on Compliance and Implementation of the USDA Highly Erodible Land and Wetland Conservation Interim Rule (7 CFR Part 12).
This quick check helps you gauge your grasp of why the interim rule matters, who it affects, and how it changes day-to-day decisions about certification, appeals, and program eligibility.
- See your blind spots: Identify where certification, notice, and appeal processes could impact real projects and timelines.
- Understand trade-offs: Balance certainty vs. adaptability, compliance vs. operational speed, and program eligibility vs. flexibility.
- Get practical: Recognize when to file AD-1026, when to request NRCS review, and how to protect eligibility.
After this benchmark, you’ll know whether diving into the full course will save you time, reduce risk, and help you make better, defensible decisions under the interim rule.
NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, all Benchmarks are free of charge!
