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Montgomery Soil Conservation District. Helping farmers and producers implement programs to solve soil and water conservation problems. Retweets ≠ endorsements.

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    1. lip 2019.

    We’re looking for local producers or landowners who want to promote soil health education and engage in community outreach to improve conservation efforts. Learn more about the NACD’s Soil Health Champions Network:

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  2. prije 9 sati

    How can you help the ? By using native in your own backyard to plant a rain in low-lying areas. This lets stormwater infiltrate slowly into the ground. The MDA has compiled for all of us to use in protecting water health:

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  3. We have numerous downloadable presentations and resources available at our website for producers and stable owners, including topics such as soil testing, weed management, and first year planting. Find them here:

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  4. We're happy to help local horse owners and stables test their hay. We no longer are able to loan or rent out the forage testers, but our specialists are happy to come to you to perform the testing.

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  5. Ever pictured yourself owning your own ? Purchasing the land is the easy part. We have a new pamphlet available that provides guidance and quick for things to consider when purchasing a farm . Contact us with any questions you may have!

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  6. Manure storage structures are a best management practice (BMP) which allows to store manure generated by until the time is right for either application or transport off the farm. This keeps the manure from seeping into undesirable places as it degrades.

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  7. Trees, shrubs, or grasses planted next to waterways filter runoff, improve quality, prevent , and provide habitat. These are called riparian buffers and are a best management practice.

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    3. velj

    Most in Montgomery County aren’t more than a 15 or 20-minute drive from a town. This farm overlooks a portion of Northern Virginia in the distance. Without land preservation policies and agricultural easements, our county would look very different today.

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    Media Advisory: Governor Hogan to Honor Agriculture Hall of Fame Families! Gov. Hogan will induct two farm families into the Governor’s Agriculture Hall of Fame on Thursday night during the annual “Taste of Maryland Agriculture” event.

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    By adopting practices, Mark Anson saves money on fuel, fertilizer and fungicides while growing an extra 30 bushels an acre.

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  11. 4. velj

    If you don’t work with daily, you may not realize how delicate it really is. Soil may seem infinite, but it’s a non-renewable resource that is essential to our security. Learn what you can do to foster healthy soils at our website:

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  12. 4. velj

    Did you know that each state has an official state ? These soils have special significance to their states, and carry the same distinction as state birds or flowers. In Maryland, our state soil is , one of the most productive soils for .

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  13. 4. velj

    What makes soil healthy? What are the different kinds of soils in our region? During the Close Encounters with Agriculture program, County 4th graders from participating schools learn about soil health, habitats, rainfall, and more.

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  14. 4. velj

    Who polluted the Potomac? County 4th grade students learn about pollution, watersheds, and runoff during the Close Encounters with Agriculture program. Get a preview of the “Who Polluted the Potomac” water station from the 2018 program.

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  15. 4. velj

    Soils can hold 4 times the amount of carbon that is stored in the atmosphere. Healthy soils are important to the process of sequestration, and healthier are better able to trap carbon and help prevent .

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  16. 3. velj

    A soil is full of diverse organisms, including earthworms, bacteria, , and more! Tillage and use of certain pesticides can reduce the amount and variety of living organisms in the , which leads to poorer quality soil.

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  17. 3. velj

    Drainage paths like this one can be used to divert flow away from fields to prevent and damage to . Learn more about structural best management practices at our website.

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  18. 3. velj

    Cover are vital to prevent erosion and promote health. In our area, cover crops help protect the Chesapeake by keeping runoff from entering the . Find more information at our website!

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  19. 3. velj

    The Soil Health Institute released the “Living Soil” documentary and a few MoCo are featured. From the NRCS: “The documentary explores America’s soil and its journey through generations of degradation until today...”

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    31. sij

    There are multiple programs available to and landowners to protect and preserve farmland. Learn more about purchase of development rights in our brochure:

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  21. 3. velj

    Do you know what a Soil Conservation and Water Quality Plan is? Find out in our latest newsletter and catch up on other conservation happenings! You can also sign up to receive our newsletter straight to your inbox!

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