### Question
How does the law define conservation system?


### Answer
Under *16 U.S.C. § 3801*, **conservation system** is defined as:

> a combination of 1 or more conservation measures or management practices that—


(A) are based on local resource conditions, available conservation technology, and the standards and guidelines contained in the Natural Resources Conservation Service field office technical guides

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 3801*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 58-ERODIBLE LAND AND WETLAND CONSERVATION AND RESERVE PROGRAM > SUBCHAPTER I-DEFINITIONS**

