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Resource Conservation

Winter scene cows fenced away from a stream

Click here to learn about our Stream Protection Grants

The Office of Resource Conservation provides farmers with financial and technical assistance to install conservation practices that support crop and livestock production while protecting natural resources.

Learn more about our agricultural conservation programs. Watch our videos or visit the web pages described below by clicking on each line. For a complete directory, click the arrow at the top of the left panel.

Stream Protection Practices
Tree Planting Incentives
Nutrient Management Program (agricultural and urban)
Conservation Grants

Small Farm and Urban Agriculture Program
Maryland Healthy Soils Program
Animal Waste Technology Fund
Soil Conservation Districts (free technical assistance)
Horse Owner Conservation Practices
Homeowner and Student Education Resources
Conservation Videos

Program Information

Hans Schmidt, Assistant Secretary

Office of Resource Conservation

Phone: 410-841-5865

Office Address
50 Harry S. Truman Pkwy
Annapolis, MD 21401

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In the News

Department Launches Outreach Campaign to Promote Stream Protection, Herd Health
Elizabeth Hoffman named Program Manager for Leaders in Environmentally Engaged Farming Initiative
The State Soil Conservation Committee will meet virtually on February 19, 2026 from 9:30 AM- Noon. Please visit the SSCC web page for more information.
Maryland's Phase III Watershed Implementation
Plan (leaving MDA)

Conservation Buzz Newsletters

Annual Reports
Conservation Grants:

Nutrient Management: