What we do at carroll soil and water
At Carroll SWCD, our mission is to provide assistance on conservation practices and improvement of soil and water resources to all Carroll County land users through educational workshops, technical assistance, on-farm visits and cost share programs to encourage good stewardship.
EDUCATION
We provide education to adults and youth through workshops, field days, classroom visits, field trips, and more.
CONSERVATION PLANNING
We provide planning services and technical assistance to help cooperators implement conservation practices.
LANDOWNER ASSISTANCE
In addition to working with agriculture producers, we offer recommendations for erosion control, invasive species control and the proper management of water resources.
EDUCATION
We provide education to adults and youth through workshops, field days, classroom visits, field trips, and more.
CONSERVATION PLANNING
We provide planning services and technical assistance to help cooperators implement conservation practices.
LANDOWNER ASSISTANCE
In addition to working with agriculture producers, we offer recommendations for erosion control, invasive species control and the proper management of water resources.
Funding opportunities
MWCD PROGRAMS
· Opportunity for 100% funding to exclude livestock from stream or to establish off-stream watering systems for projects in the Muskingum Watershed.
· Funding to establish a cover crop on farmland located in the Muskingum Watershed.
NRCS PROGRAMS
· NRCS offers easements, financial assistance, & technical assistance to help agricultural producers and forest owners make and maintain a wide variety of conservation improvements on their land.
Contact the office for more details on these programs.
· Opportunity for 100% funding to exclude livestock from stream or to establish off-stream watering systems for projects in the Muskingum Watershed.
· Funding to establish a cover crop on farmland located in the Muskingum Watershed.
NRCS PROGRAMS
· NRCS offers easements, financial assistance, & technical assistance to help agricultural producers and forest owners make and maintain a wide variety of conservation improvements on their land.
Contact the office for more details on these programs.
technical services
* Conservation Plans *
Want a plan that addresses nutrient management, grazing, pest management,
wildlife and forestry management, amongst others? We can help!
* Seeding Recommendations *
Trouble knowing what to plant, and when? Come see our knowledgeable Ag Tech!
* Managed Rotational Grazing *
Increase forage production while decreasing winter hay expense!
* Soil Sampling *
Healthy soil needs less fertilizer and increases productivity.
Let us assist you with testing your soil today! This includes backyard gardens!
* Forest Management Guidance *
Did you know that your timber is a crop? Managing your timber properly is a great way to bring in extra income.
Come see our knowledgeable Forestry Tech today!
* Contour Strip Layout *
Have hills that you farm? Consider contour strips to reduce soil erosion.
We can assist you with this process!
* Wildlife Habitat Improvement *
Are you looking to increase wildlife habitat on your property?
Our Wildlife Tech is here to assist you with making your property a wildlife oasis.
* Animal Manure Management *
We help farmers understand how manure can affect soil health
and offset fertilizer costs. Let us know if you would like assistance!
* Spring Development Technical Assistance *
We can advise you on how to take advantage of your natural water resources!