Taos "green belt" tax incentives
A farmer (or any land owner) in Taos County can make a charitable contribution of a conservation easement to Taos Land Trust, still use or sell the land and still get a state income tax credit of up to $250,000. There are some restrictions on development of the land. Check out Andy Dennison's article in the latest Taos News. This is a huge benefit to those who want or need to participate. It also limits development in Taos County and saves some open spaces.