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Monroe Conservation District To provide assistance in the wise management of soil, water, and related natural resources Wildlife habitat planning, and forestry assistance is also provided.

The Monroe Conservation District provides information and technical assistance to farmers, homeowner/renters, educators, businesses, developers, and government agencies. The District does this by assisting with agriculture management planning, educational displays, demonstrations, informational workshops, tree seedling sales, native plant sales, and book sales. Soil Survey books are available for information on soils and soil capabilities and construction site erosion control. We work for you and your community to achieve improved water quality, reduce soil erosion, create wildlife habitat, energy conservation and beautification.

We’re sharing more photos from this year’s Monroe Field Day, featuring our speakers, demonstrations, and hands-on learni...
09/10/2026

We’re sharing more photos from this year’s Monroe Field Day, featuring our speakers, demonstrations, and hands-on learning opportunities.

Attendees had the opportunity to learn about no-till and tillage practices, conservation drainage, manure management, soil health, and other conservation topics.

Thank you to all of our presenters, partners, and participants for helping make the event a successful day of agricultural education and conservation in Monroe County.

We hope you enjoy these highlights from the field!

🌱🚜 What a great day in the field!Monroe Conservation District would like to extend a huge thank you to Michigan State Un...
09/10/2026

🌱🚜 What a great day in the field!

Monroe Conservation District would like to extend a huge thank you to Michigan State University Extension Monroe County MSU Extension and Setzler Farms for an awesome 2026 Monroe Field Day!

It was a great opportunity to bring farmers, conservation professionals, educators, and community partners together for hands-on learning right here in Monroe County. From no-till and tillage demonstrations to discussions on drainage, manure management, PFAS, soil health, and conservation practices, there was a lot of great information shared throughout the day.

We were especially excited to have our own Madi Hess represent Monroe Conservation District during the no-till drill demonstration! 🌾👏

And we have to give a special shout-out to Back in the Day Catering for the amazing lunch! We love being able to support another small local business, and the food was absolutely delicious. ❤️

Thank you to everyone who helped organize the event, brought equipment, presented, hosted, and came out to spend the day learning with us. Partnerships like these are what make agricultural conservation work happen in our community.

We’re already looking forward to the next one! 🌱🚜

📢 Farmers, landowners and community members we want to hear from you! Join us to help identify Monroe County’s natural r...
09/08/2026

📢 Farmers, landowners and community members we want to hear from you! Join us to help identify Monroe County’s natural resource concerns and conservation priorities. Please share!

Introducing the Performance-Based Conservation Adoption Program.Pay-for-performance, or Performance-Based Conservation, ...
09/08/2026

Introducing the Performance-Based Conservation Adoption Program.

Pay-for-performance, or Performance-Based Conservation, ties payments to the actual reduction in pollutants, such as phosphorus, rewarding outcomes rather than just actions. Instead of paying a set price for a farm practice, such as cover crops, it calculates the payment based of the impact in pounds of phosphorus reduced from a practice or set of practices.

Benefits of the program:
-Offer higher payments and incentives where conservation practices have the greatest impact
-Achieve environmental outcomes more cost effectively
-Deliver quantifiable and transparent results
-Attract private sector investors to achieve goals
-Align better with environmental goals

Learn more or connect with a technical assistance provider at https://iwr.msu.edu/pfp/

The River Raisin Institute will wrap up their 2026 Climate Literacy program (Shell Shocked! Turtles and Climate Change) ...
09/02/2026

The River Raisin Institute will wrap up their 2026 Climate Literacy program (Shell Shocked! Turtles and Climate Change) with an engaging presentation from David A. Mifsud, owner of H**petological Resource and Management (HRM).

Learn about Michigan's native amphibians and reptiles and the conservation efforts underway to better understand and protect them. Drawing on more than three decades of field research, wildlife management, and ecological consulting, David will discuss the diversity of Michigan's herpetofauna, the habitats they depend upon, the challenges they face, and why their conservation is important to healthy ecosystems across the state. The presentation will highlight several of HRM's ongoing conservation initiatives. Participants will also learn about the Michigan H**p Atlas, a statewide community science program administered by HRM in partnership with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources.

This FREE event is open to all ages and is perfect for nature enthusiasts, families, and anyone interested in local wildlife. Reserve your spot today!

📅 Date: October 1, 2026
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: IHM Motherhouse, 610 W. Elm Avenue, Monroe, MI 48162

Please contact Leanne Pietraniec at [email protected] if you have any questions.

# # 🌱🚜 Farmers Field Day — Join Us September 9!Farmers, landowners, and anyone interested in **soil health, conservatio...
09/01/2026

# # 🌱🚜 Farmers Field Day — Join Us September 9!

Farmers, landowners, and anyone interested in **soil health, conservation, and practical on-farm management** are invited to join us for the **Tillage & Soil Health Field Day** at Setzler Farms!

📅 **Wednesday, September 9, 2026**
📍 **Setzler Farms**
12400 Strasburg Rd., La Salle, MI 48145
🕘 **Check-in begins at 9:00 AM**
🌾 Program: **9:30 AM–1:00 PM**
💲 **FREE — lunch is provided!**

Throughout the morning, MSU Extension and Michigan State University specialists will cover:

* 🌱 Trends in **long-term no-till cropping systems**
* 💧 **Conservation drainage** for crop production and water quality
* 🚜 **Manure & tillage**
* 🌾 **PFAS in cropping systems**
* 🕳️ **Soil pit demonstration**
* 🚜 **Tillage & residue management demonstrations**

This is a great opportunity to get out in the field, see conservation practices firsthand, ask questions, and connect with other local producers and agricultural professionals.

# # # ⚠️ Registration deadline is **September 2!**

Preregistration is required to ensure space.

👉 **Register here:** [https://bit.ly/3UvbyAi](https://bit.ly/3UvbyAi)
📱 Or scan the QR code on the flyer!

**Hosted in partnership with Michigan State University Extension and the Monroe Conservation District.**

Please **share this post with local farmers and producers** who may be interested. We hope to see you there! 🌱🚜

Join us Wednesday, September 9th at Setzler Farms for a FREE informative field day focused on tillage and soil health! H...
07/13/2026

Join us Wednesday, September 9th at Setzler Farms for a FREE informative field day focused on tillage and soil health!

Hear from Michigan State University Extension and university experts on long-term no-till systems, conservation drainage, manure and tillage management, and PFAS in cropping systems. Lunch will be provided!

Please register by September 2nd at https://pears.io/events/msuext/6663/registration/

Dive deep into dairy grazing: pastures, processing, and economic opportunities!📅Tuesday, July 21 🕑10am-2pm (lunch includ...
07/02/2026

Dive deep into dairy grazing: pastures, processing, and economic opportunities!

📅Tuesday, July 21
🕑10am-2pm (lunch included)!
📍Annie G's Dairy (6130 Pleasant Lake Rd Ann Arbor, MI 48103)
🐄Registration is required by July 7 (capped at 100): https://bit.ly/dairyfieldday

Come join us for a field day to explore pathways to saving money and becoming more profitable by using grazing on your dairy. From grazing heifers or dry cows to full grazing systems, we’ll learn from other dairy farmers and from technical experts about ways to try out grazing without betting the whole farm. We’ll also learn about on-farm processing and direct marketing options.

This event is hosted by Lambarth Farms / Annie G's Dairy.

Thank you to everyone who attended our native plant sale on Friday! We loved seeing so many community members stop by to...
06/15/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our native plant sale on Friday! We loved seeing so many community members stop by to shop, learn, and chat with other gardeners. Happy planting!

🌱🚜 FIELD DAY SERIES FOR MICHIGAN PRODUCERS 🚜🌱Looking for opportunities to learn, network, and see conservation practices...
06/10/2026

🌱🚜 FIELD DAY SERIES FOR MICHIGAN PRODUCERS 🚜🌱

Looking for opportunities to learn, network, and see conservation practices in action? Check out these upcoming Eaton Conservation District Field Days!

🌾 **Cropping Systems Field Day**
📅 August 14, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Hickey Farms, Vermontville

Join Shane and Nicole Hickey, Eaton Conservation District's 2025 Legacy Conservation Farmers of the Year, as they showcase conservation practices on their 4,200-acre MAEAP Verified operation. Topics include:
✔️ Cover Crops
✔️ No-Till
✔️ Soil Health
✔️ Pollinator Plantings
✔️ Grass Waterways
✔️ Conservation Crop Rotation

🌻 **Specialty Crop Field Day**
📅 September 13, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Titus Farms, Leslie

Learn from Rebecca Titus and see regenerative specialty crop production in action. Topics include:
✔️ Compost & Natural Fertilizers
✔️ Irrigation Management
✔️ Cover Crops
✔️ Soil Health
✔️ Wildlife Habitat
✔️ Diverse Crop Production Systems

Both events include:
🍽️ FREE Lunch
🎁 Giveaways
🤝 Networking with fellow farmers and conservation professionals

These hands-on field days are a great opportunity to exchange ideas, explore conservation practices, and strengthen the future of agriculture in Michigan.

Space is limited—register today!

Address

1137 South Telegraph Road
Monroe, MI
48161

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+17342418540

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