Conservation News

The Michigan Conservation Stewardship for Farmers Project (MCSFP) is a USDA-funded initiative meant to put “Farmers First.” Through a producer incentive program, MCSFP will invest a total of $3 million in southeast Michigan farms by September 2028.
Application and Enrollment details can be found at macd.org/mcsfp

WCCD recently held an agricultural plastics recycling collection event which provided farmers with a convenient opportunity to drop off used agricultural plastics, such as silage tarps and bale wrap, for proper recycling. Participants were able to divert large volumes of difficult-to-manage plastic materials away from landfills and on-farm burning. Organizers view the event as a step toward building a more permanent and accessible recycling system for agricultural plastics in the region.

Welcome to Katy Beaven, Senior Farmer Programs Technician!

Attention Farmers: We know that on-farm conservation can be time-consuming and not immediately profitable for your business. We are excited to announce that the Michigan Conservation Stewardship for Farmers Project (formerly MI Climate Smart Farms Program) has re-launched with a new focus on "Farmer First!" You know best what your land and your business need and MCSFP is here to support that.

Jill Lada, Community Engagement Specialist at the WCCD shares her experience with adding native plant buffers to marginal areas of their farm.

This spring you may see the WCCD truck out driving slowly along some roads in the southern part of the county. We will be looking at fields to learn how widespread particular fall and spring tillage practices are.

Organic Rising is coming to The Michigan Theater, April 15th.
Mingle with area farmers starting at 5:30pm, film begins at 6pm.
A panel with the award winning Director, Anthony Suau, and local farming advocates to
follow. This event is hosted by Real Organic Project and Transition to Organic Partnership Program.

Got stacks of old, pesky plastic pots and trays taking up space?
If you have more than 30 pots or trays, you'll need to select a timeslot in the registration.
We are also collecting: bale cover, silage tarp, and pallet stretch wrap.

WCCD wants to congratulate Bristle Farms LLC for being named the Walter Wolfgang Memorial Farmer Conservationist of the Year.