Hillsdale Conservation District
The Hillsdale Conservation District serves as the primary contact point for landowners seeking technical assistance to resolve resource issues. Grant funded programs include: Michigan Agricultural Environmental Assurance Program, local Hunter Access Program administration and Conservation Innovation Grants directed towards grassland bird habitat. The district also has conservation tree sales, equipment rentals (tree planters and no-till drills), and sales of other conservation related items. The Conservation District sponsors several conservation education programs throughout the year as well.
As local, special purpose units of government, each Conservation District is governed by a locally elected, five-member board of directors. The guiding philosophy of Michigan Conservation Districts is that local people should make decisions on conservation issues at the local level, with technical assistance provided by government. The Conservation District is the local provider of natural resource management services that help our citizens conserve their lands and our environment for a cleaner, healthier, economically stronger Michigan. They assist in natural resource management for improved water quality, reduced soil erosion, farmland preservation, wetland preservation, wildlife habitat, clean air, energy conservation, and land beautification.
The Hillsdale Conservation District shares an office with and works collaboratively with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Farm Service Agency (FSA); both are branches the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The mission of the FSA is, equitably serving all farmers, ranchers, and agricultural partners through the delivery of effective, efficient agricultural programs for all Americans. NRCS is a conservation leader for all natural resources; ensuring private lands are conserved, restored, and more resilient to environmental challenges. Seventy percent of the land in the United States is privately owned, making stewardship by private landowners absolutely critical to the health of our Nation’s environment. NRCS works with landowners through conservation planning and assistance designed to benefit the Soil, Water, Air, Plants, and Animals that result in productive lands and healthy ecosystems.
As local, special purpose units of government, each Conservation District is governed by a locally elected, five-member board of directors. The guiding philosophy of Michigan Conservation Districts is that local people should make decisions on conservation issues at the local level, with technical assistance provided by government. The Conservation District is the local provider of natural resource management services that help our citizens conserve their lands and our environment for a cleaner, healthier, economically stronger Michigan. They assist in natural resource management for improved water quality, reduced soil erosion, farmland preservation, wetland preservation, wildlife habitat, clean air, energy conservation, and land beautification.
The Hillsdale Conservation District shares an office with and works collaboratively with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Farm Service Agency (FSA); both are branches the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The mission of the FSA is, equitably serving all farmers, ranchers, and agricultural partners through the delivery of effective, efficient agricultural programs for all Americans. NRCS is a conservation leader for all natural resources; ensuring private lands are conserved, restored, and more resilient to environmental challenges. Seventy percent of the land in the United States is privately owned, making stewardship by private landowners absolutely critical to the health of our Nation’s environment. NRCS works with landowners through conservation planning and assistance designed to benefit the Soil, Water, Air, Plants, and Animals that result in productive lands and healthy ecosystems.
Upcoming Events | 12th Annual Indiana-Michigan St. Joseph River Basin Symposium, Niles, MI Friday, May 18th. Jonesville Riverfest is May 18-20th, Memorial Day, Monday May 28th, Office closed. The third 2012 selection date for three national EQIP initiatives; On-Farm Energy, Organic, and Seasonal High Tunnel conservation initiatives, is scheduled for June 1, 2012. The next Board of Directors Meeting will be in June at the District Office. MACD Summer Conference, June 20-21, Gaylord, MI. |