Resource Conservation

Field of green cover crops with 3 grey silos in the rear and a white barn building copyright Edwin Remsbergi

NOW OPEN: Our 2026-2027 Cover Crop and Cover Crop Plus+ Grants Are Accepting Applications

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