For Farmers/Rural Residents

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The rural lands you manage can benefit from the implementation of conservation practices. Common improvements include installation of efficient irrigation systems, cover crops, manure compost facilities, and fences to keep livestock out of creeks. We’ll help you get started, or continue your sustainability journey

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Rural Livelihoods

Agriculture, forestry, and outdoor recreation employ many of our families and friends, and have all contributed to producing the Bennington County…

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Landowner Assistance

Whether you manage a farm, forest, backyard, or community space, we can help you care for your land and water and strengthen our community’s…

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Education & Outreach

We would like to be your “go to” organization for conservation questions! And we try to share with you some of the latest information on a variety of…

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