Howard Soil Conservation District

09/04/2026

The Howard Soil Conservation District invites you and your family to join us at Gorman Farms, Highland, Maryland to honor Howard SCD’s Cooperator of the Year. The event will be held Thursday, September 17th, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. Please join us for a tour of the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) operation and the conservation practices they have installed. This is also an opportunity to catch up with friends from the agricultural community and enjoy a delicious meal! Help us celebrate the agricultural community and the conservation efforts of Howard County farmers!

Tickets are $20 ea. Children 10 and under are free.

*RSVP by 9/11/26*

For more information and the reservation form, click here >>

09/04/2026

Howard SCD is currently making plans for our 2027 Howard County Envirothon. If you would like to learn more about Envirothon please do not hesitate to reach out. We would be more than happy to tell you about this amazing program and how to start a team.

As you prepare for a new school year, consider giving your students an opportunity to take learning beyond the classroom. 🌎🌿

Envirothon connects high school students with real-world conservation challenges through hands-on learning and friendly competition. It’s a chance to spark curiosity, build confidence, and introduce students to careers in natural resources while helping them develop skills they’ll carry with them long after graduation.

Interested in starting your own Envirothon team? Your first step is to contact your state/provinces representative. They can provide the information you need to start a team in your area!

https://bit.ly/4bvcr1w

09/04/2026

🌱 Strong farms depend on strong connections. 🌱

Women working in agriculture across Howard County are invited to join us on September 15 for Women in Agriculture: Growing Strong Farms, Families & Communities.

👩‍🌾 Connect with others in agriculture, share experiences, and strengthen relationships across our farming community. Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1994682323525?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/04/2026

2026 Equine Conservation Summit
November 14, 2026
University System of Maryland at Southern Maryland (California, MD)

Join the Horse Outreach Workgroup for the inaugural Equine Conservation Summit!

Grow your knowledge on how to better manage your horse farm through the many sessions on pasture and nutrient management, equine nutrition, and technical and financial assistance. Check out the agenda (found at the link below) for a full list of what to expect.

It's finally time! Register for the 2026 Equine Conservation Summit at our shiny new website: http://bit.ly/eq-summit
Registration is open until October 30th. Be sure to follow our page! You can count down with us as we give you the inside scoop on our events and speakers.
🏔️ See you at the Summit! 🏔️

07/06/2026

Howard SCD is hiring for an Engineering Specialist

Howard SCD is seeking an Engineering Specialist to review sediment and erosion control plans, ponds, and design agricultural BMPs. Position requires considerable knowledge of State and County pond and sediment control laws. Experience with AutoCAD, GIS ArcView, ArcMap, ArcGIS and Property View. BS degree in Engineering and three years of experience in engineering.

Submit cover letter and resume to Jackie Covington at [email protected], 410-313-0680 by 7/31/26.

For more details, please see Howard County Government's job opportunities: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/howardcounty?keywords=soil

06/22/2026

Sign-up for Maryland Department of Agriculture 2026-27 Cover Crop Program starts today (thru 7/17). Interested in planting at least 10 acres of cover crops this fall? Contact your local Soil Conservation District to learn more or to sign-up.

NEWS RELEASE 📰: The Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA) is pleased to announce that sign-ups for the 2026 Cover Crop Grant Program will open on June 22 and run through July 17, 2026 at local soil conservation districts. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3QuDr9R

05/29/2026

Hey there! Are you interested in improving your farm’s productivity and protecting natural resources along the way? Meet us at the Maryland Horse Library & Education Center on June 11th! From 4-6pm, we’ll be talking about soil conservation and water quality planning, Best Management Practices, and how to access financial assistance. See you there!
(P.S. Do you have any friends who might want to learn a little something, too? Be sure to share!)

05/29/2026

📰 NEWS RELEASE: The Maryland Department of Agriculture is extending the cover crop termination deadline until June 5, 2026, for farmers enrolled in the 2025-2026 Cover Crop Program due to multiple days of rainfall that have caused excessively wet field conditions across much of the state. Read more here: https://tinyurl.com/35h9e3sb

05/26/2026

Key Topics: Soil Conservation & Water Quality Planning: Learn how a professional SCWQP acts as a roadmap to prevent erosion, promote water

05/26/2026

Mark your calendars! We're excited to announce our inaugural Equine Conservation Summit on November 14th. Join us for a day of learning, with workshops covering pasture and nutrient management, equine nutrition, and financial assistance for conservation practices.

Registration coming soon!