What We Do

Locally-led conservation is based on the principle that local people make the best decisions for their own communities.
Annually the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Licking County Soil & Water Conservation District gathers landowners to discuss local conservation practices and needs. The Farm Bureau is joining the conversation to determine policy needs from their Licking County members.

ANNUAL LOCAL WORK GROUP MEETING & FB POLICY DEVELOPMENT
for Licking County NRCS, Soil & Water and Farm Bureau
Thursday March 24th
Free breakfast at 7 am ~ Discussion begins at 7:30 am
At Ag Services Center, 771 East Main Street, Newark, OH 43055

Thanks to Farm Bureau and Soil & Water, breakfast is free for those who attend!

The purpose of the LWG is to provide guidance to your NRCS and Soil & Water field offices concerning the implementation and delivery of conservation programs. You are part of a diverse group invited to discuss topics such as:
• Conditions of the natural resources in Licking County
• The local application process for NRCS programs, including ranking criteria and application periods
• H2Ohio eligible conservation practices
• The need for new, innovative conservation practices
• How NRCS and Soil & Water can partner to best serve the people of Licking County

In addition to these topics, Farm Bureau works on a diverse list of issues including trade, ag education, infrastructure, commodities and crop insurance. Farm Bureau believes that the best policies start at the grassroots level from people who live it everyday.

Please RSVP to BritneyStuller@LickingSWCD.com or call 740-670-5330 by Monday, March 21st.

If you are unable to attend consider sending a representative in your place or sharing written comments in advance.