Conservation News

Our new soil tester from Kelway can measure a pH range from 3.5 to 8 with an accuracy within +/- .2 of a pH number. Get accurate readings in as little as 2 to 3 minutes. Available for loan today!

WCCD recently experienced federal funding changes, including the early end of the Climate Smart Farms Project and a temporary pause in the TOPP program. While some programs have resumed, these shifts have impacted operations. Read more about the updates and what’s ahead.

Jill’s journey with the Conservation District spans board leadership, hands-on farming, and now, supporting beginning farmers across Michigan through MiFarmLink. Learn how she’s growing access to farmland—and why she still loves planting trees every year.

The Michigan's Domestic Action Plan (DAP) for Lake Erie was released in late June by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD). The document highlights the efforts made thus far to curb phosphorus entering the lake and what obstacles that still need to be overcome.

We've added a portable bag seeder to our tool rental program! Ideal for planting cover crops, native grasses, and wildflowers, this lightweight seeder is perfect for small-acreage projects. Visit the Washtenaw Tool Bank Collective website to learn more or reserve.

The Native Plant Expo & Marketplace is not only an abundant source of native plants for sale, we also have an abundance of community experts in native plant landscaping, conservation, and more. Look for the "Ask the Expert" signs around at our vendors/exhibitors who can answer your questions! Come to learn and enjoy!

The latest addition to the Washtenaw Tool Bank Collective arsenal is the "Kick-type sod cutter", the perfect tool to transform the lawn into more gardens for native plants, flowers, or vegetables! This tool is more nimble than the power options, and very effective and efficient. Reserve it in advance!

The Native Plant Expo on June 7 will be full of plants for sale from 17 nurseries, it'll also be full of enthusiastic attendees shopping for plants. Beat the crowds with the limited Early Bird tickets and shop from 8am-9am to get first dibs. Then you can enjoy our various food trucks including: lobster, empanadas, ice cream, and coffee!

Join our team and support local conservation with this part time position. The Administrative Assistant will primarily focus on managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, assisting with board meeting preparation and facilitation, and providing customer service. Deadline to apply is June 2!