Oklahoma Association of Conservation Districts

06/12/2026

Early voting has started!

Have you made a plan to vote early or on election day next Tuesday, June 16th?

Healthy land, strong communities, and a better future for Oklahoma don't happen by accident. Conservation is a shared Oklahoma value, and voting is one way we help shape the policies and priorities that impact us all. Make your voice heard at the ballot box. Make a plan today!

06/03/2026

🚨 Applications Are Now Open for the Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) Initiative! 🚨

What if conservation and profitability didn't have to compete?

The Oklahoma Association of Conservation Districts is excited to launch the Advancing Markets for Producers (AMP) Initiative, a new opportunity for Oklahoma producers who are ready to strengthen their operation, improve their land, and build new market opportunities for regeneratively raised products.

AMP is more than a cost share program. It's an investment in producers and the systems that support long term success. Through conservation planning, technical assistance, market development, and financial support, participants will develop pathways that improve both operational performance and natural resource stewardship.

Whether you're a row crop producer, rancher, specialty crop grower, orchardist, or urban producer, AMP is designed for those who are ready to take their operation to the next level.

🌱 Invest in your land.
📈 Strengthen your operation.
🤝 Build your market.

At OACD, we believe conservation is a shared Oklahoma value. AMP is an opportunity to demonstrate that healthy soils, resilient operations, and profitable markets can work together to support the future of Oklahoma agriculture.

Applications close July 31, 2026.

Apply today: www.okconservation.org/amp

05/26/2026

Some biologists call the Monarch butterfly the “canary in the coal mine.” When monarch populations decline, it’s often a warning sign of deeper environmental stress.

Protecting monarchs means protecting the habitats we all depend on—milkweed, nectar plants, and healthy ecosystems that support bees, birds, and countless native species.

In Oklahoma County, the Oklahoma Association of Conservation Districts and the Oklahoma Monarch Society lead the Yard-by-Yard project, encouraging residents to take simple actions such as going pesticide-free, planting native species, composting, and using rain barrels. The program is supported by Kirkpatrick Foundation.

Small changes in your yard can make a big difference for Oklahoma’s wildlife.

okmonarchsociety.org
okiesformonarchs.org
Oklahoma Association of Conservation Districts, Okies for Monarchs

📷 James Wheeler on Unsplash

04/22/2026

Thank you Senator Julia Kirt!
Yard by yard, acre by acre, person by person we’re doing our part to care for our natural resources.

Happy Earth Day 2026!

Happy Earth Day! The Yard by Yard program is a state initiative to support people stewarding their corner of the earth. Learn more about how to participate on their website.
https://www.okconservation.org/yard-by-yard-grounds-by-grounds

04/17/2026

Find one near you and plan to attend!

🌾 Wheat Producers & Ag Enthusiasts — It’s Tour Season! 🌾

OSU Extension is bringing wheat variety testing plot tours across Oklahoma this spring, and Walters is kicking things off on April 20 at 10:00 a.m.!

These tours are a great opportunity to:
✔️ See current wheat varieties in the field
✔️ Learn about dual-purpose vs. grain-only systems
✔️ Hear from OSU specialists and ag experts
✔️ Connect with other producers

📍 Cotton County Tour – Walters
🗓 April 20 | ⏰ 10:00 a.m.
📞 Contact: Kimbreley Davis, 580-875-3136

Whether you’re making planting decisions or just want to stay up-to-date on the latest research, this is a valuable stop you won’t want to miss.

👉 Check out the full schedule below and plan to attend a tour near you!

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04/15/2026

Join our partners at the Oklahoma Black Historical Research Project, Inc. for the 19th Annual Rural Economic Development Conference on April 25, 2026, in Oklahoma City. This free, day-long event brings together professionals, leaders, and community members focused on strengthening rural economies and advancing sustainable agricultural practices.

Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from experts and practitioners working to build more resilient farms and operations, explore innovative approaches to rural development, and connect with others committed to long-term economic growth in their communities.

Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights and be part of the conversation shaping the future of rural prosperity.

Register today at www.obhrpi.org

04/02/2026

Great learning opportunity tomorrow!

03/31/2026

Great work Oklahoma! Representing locally led conservation at its best.

03/24/2026

OACD has a storied legacy to honor. Thank you to those that have set the Oklahoma standard.

03/13/2026

Happy Friday yall!

I asked Try Lam to tell me 2 Structures that hold water, and he said "well... Dam" hahahahahahaha!