In this subchapter:
(1) “Priority conservation measure” means a priority soil and water conservation land improvement measure designated under § 201.355.
(2) “Program” means the On-The-Ground Conservation Program.
(3) “Soil health characteristics” means the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of soil for optimal production, including lower bulk density, good gas exchange, lower surface temperature during growing season, high cation exchange capacity, high soil organic matter, and active soil microorganisms.