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Abstract
distribution of the document: INRA Rural Economy and Sociology 65 rue de Saint-Brieuc 35042 Rennes Cedex (FRA) The Regional Natural Park of the Cotentin and Bessin Marshes has launched agri-environmental contracts which form part of a wetland protection programme. Voluntary farmers to participate must adopt softer practices for the environment and receive financial compensation in return. On the basis of a survey, this report proposes an initial evaluation of this programme and gives rise to prospects for further development. It is based on an original use of the contingent valuation method. Estimates of the consent to be received from farmers to reduce intensification are proposed.