Franklin County Conservation District, PA

06/12/2026

We missed National Corn Day by a day but thought it was too cute not to share. You’ll find sweet corn at your local farmers markets this summer. Eat it fresh or preserve it for winter. Nothing beats the flavors of sweet corn fresh from the fields. Support our local farmers!

06/05/2026

Scholarship Opportunity for Rising College Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors who live in Franklin County!

If you have graduated high school or are a current college student and wish to advance your education within a field with an environmental concentration, then this scholarship may be for you!

Fields of study include, but are not necessarily limited to: Agriculture, Agri-Business, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Fisheries, Forestry, Geo-Environmental Studies, Land Use Planning, Conservation of Natural Resources, Surveying, Wildlife Conservation, and Environmental Biology.

Deadline to apply is Friday, June 12th.

An application can be found on our website:

FCCD Scholarship Applications are now available and due FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026. OPEN TO: Rising College Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors & Seniors Click HERE for more info.  

05/01/2026

Congratulations to James Buchanan High School’s (JBHS) Forces of Nature; who were awarded first place with the highest score of 325 points at the Franklin County Conservation District’s annual Envirothon competition on April 16th at Cowans Gap State Park. JBHS’s winning team will be heading to the Pennsylvania State Envirothon Competition to represent Franklin County, on May 20th in Mifflinburg, PA. The full article is found here: https://franklinccd.org/fccd-hosts-2026-envirothon/

Franklin County Quick Stats:
Second Place: WASHS Porcupine Power (317 pts)
Third Place: WASHS Aquanauts (306 pts)
8 High School teams from 4 schools
10 Middle School teams from 4 schools
One really nice sunny April day!

We would like to thank our partners –
Department of Conservation and Natural Resources – Bureau of Forestry, Natural Resources Conservation Service, PA Fish and Boat Commission, PA Department of Environmental Protection, PA Game Commission, Juniata College Environmental Science Department, and Penn State Extension’s Master Watershed Steward Program alongside Franklin and Fulton County Conservation District staff

The event was made possible by our generous sponsors –
Adams Electric Cooperative, Inc., American Legion Posts #15 of Waynesboro and #46 of Chambersburg, Herbert, Rowland & Grubic, Inc., Keurig Dr Pepper of Aspers, Lady Moon Farms, Inc., Mercersburg Lions Club and Waste Connections; Blue Ridge Landfill

04/22/2026

Call us at 717-264-5499 or email Rhoda at [email protected] if interested in any of our remaining fruit trees! Available on a first-come, first-served basis.

04/10/2026

Many thanks to Representatives Chad Reichard, Rich Irvin, and Rob Kauffman for hosting an Ag Breakfast this past week. We appreciate their willingness to meet with local farmers, have open dialog, and for continuing to be firm supporters of protecting farmland. Thanks also to Franklin County Commissioners Dean Horst, John Flannery, and Mike Ziobrowski for supporting agriculture in our county.

03/23/2026

We are GROWING! Come join our team!

The district has an opening for an Erosion & Sediment Control Technician.

This person will be responsible for providing technical assistance to surveyors, engineers, plan writers, developers, and contractors while administering PA’s Erosion & Sediment Control Program in Franklin County.

Applicant must have a good working knowledge of soils, nutrients, hydrology, land use and geography.

More information is available on our website https://franklinccd.org/fccd-is-hiring/ or call our office 717-264-5499.

The Franklin County Conservation District (FCCD) is growing! We are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Erosion & Sediment Control Technician. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION & RESUME SUBMISSION: APRIL 27, 2026 This person will be responsible for providing technical assistance to surveyors, en...

03/17/2026

LAST DAY TO PRE-ORDER YOUR TREE SEEDLINGS! Visit www.franklinccd.org or call us at 717-264-5499. (Pick up date is Thursday, April 23.)

03/05/2026

Spring will soon be here and with it comes planting season. 🌞Trees are useful in so many ways including improving water quality, shade, aesthetic, food production, and for use as windbreaks.
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We are currently taking orders for our annual Tree Seedling & Fruit Tree Sale. Information on species and varieties is available on our website. Feel free to call or email with questions.

The Annual Franklin County Conservation District Tree Seedling Sale is coming soon! This excellent stock comes from state-certified nurseries. Deadline for Orders: March 17, 2026 PICK UP DATE: THURSDAY, APRIL 23, 2026 Please call 717-264-5499 if we can help direct you to our Ag Heritage Building on....

01/26/2026

Our office is closed today so county maintenance staff can open the parking lots. FCCD staff are working remotely and are accessible via email.

12/12/2025

Winter is the perfect time to attend educational meetings!

🌾 Franklin County Crops Day – Thursday, January 29, 2026 🌾
📅 Date & Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Kaufman Ruritan Center, 7289 Ruritan Drive, Chambersburg, PA 17202
Join Penn State Extension for Crops Day! Gain timely insights from field and forage crop specialists and educators. Learn about innovative practices for the upcoming season, explore the latest agronomic research, products, and technology, and reflect on the successes and challenges of 2025 crop production.
✅ Lunch provided
💲 Registration: $10
🔗 Register online: https://extension.psu.edu/crops-days
📞 Or call 1-877-345-0691
Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare for a successful 2026 growing season!