Spring is Here!!

Don't forget to test your soil prior to any application of fertilizer on your lawn or garden!

(Soil test kits are available at the District Office for just $11.00!)

 2011 Maryland Standards and Specifications for Soil and Sediment Control

MDA's proposed changes to Nutrient Management Regulations! 

 See the new "Washington County Stormwater Management, Grading, Soil Erosion & Sediment Control Ordinance" and the City of Hagerstown (Stormwater Management Ordinance), under "Resources", "Urban Services" as guidance for development activities!

DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT

To provide effective leadership in addressing the conservation of soil, water and related natural resources, through delivery of programs focusing on education, information, financial incentives and technical assistance to landowners and land users of Washington County. 

                    ~Adopted 2008 

Links to District Partners  

 USDA,NRCS (Partner) - Discrimanatory Notice! 

USDA, NRCS officials announce funding for planting cover crop mixes!! - 

News Release!!   

 MDA offficials modify cover crop Spring fertilizer rules!! - News Release!!

  Fact Sheet (Cover Crop Program - Spring - Certification/Requirements) - 

**Call Ginger or Neil for an appointment and further details!