What is the difference between an agricultural district and an agricultural easement?

A district is a commitment by the landowner not to develop their land for a minimum of five years and allows for a property owner to be qualified for $50 per acre, up to 50%, whichever is less, off of county real property taxes. Following purchase of development rights from the landowner by the state or the county, the farm is subject to an easement which prohibits development in the future.

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1. How many acres do I need to be eligible for the agricultural preservation program?
2. What is the agricultural land preservation program?
3. What are some of the benefits of putting a farm in the agricultural preservation program?
4. What is the difference between an agricultural district and an agricultural easement?