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COVID UPDATE:
Effective February 22, 2022, the mask mandate has been lifted.  You are not required to wear a mask in our office, however, we do prefer that you make an appointment before visiting us.  

Monthly Board Meetings

The Howard Soil Conservation's Monthly Board Meetings are Held the Fourth Thursday of every month at 8:00 AM at the District Office.

*Please note - our Board Meetings will be held virtually as well as in person* If you would like to be included in the meeting via telephone, please call 1-888-844-9904, access code  1324203 or click the below link to join the Microsoft Teams Virtual meeting: 

 

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Please click here to view the Draft Agenda for the October 24, 2024 Board Meeting

 

 

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                              Roadside Trees Can Be Dangerous to Farm Machinery

Low hanging branches over rural roads create difficulties when farmers are moving farm equipment.

Reporting Problematic Roads Caused by Overhanging Trees

Please report any overhanging tree issues...

*Email jcovington@howardcountymd.gov with:

     - Your Name

     - Email address

     - Phone Number

     - Address/Location of problem

     - Problem being experienced

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News & Info

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UMD Extension No Cost Parasite Management Plans!! See flyer for more info.

MDA Press Release:  Farmers who planted small grains for harvest last fall may "top dress" these crops.  Click here for the press release

MDA announces the Healthy Soils Competitive Fund

 

The Maryland Department of Agriculture will begin accepting applications for its new Healthy Soils Competitive Fund on January 3rd, 2023. If you have an innovative conservation idea for your farm, this program is for you! ​

***MDA, through their MACS program, is now offering up to 100% Cost Sharing on 20 high-priority Agricultural Conservation practices***

Click here for the press release

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What is a BMP?

Click here to learn more

MDA Announces Healthy Soil Biomass Pilot Program

Click here for more details

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