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Protecting Michigan Waters: 319 Grant Funding Understanding Section 319 and Its Importance Nonpoint source pollution—runoff from farms, roads, and urban areas—is the leading cause of water quality impairments across the United States. Section 319 of the Clean Water Act gives the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the authority and resources to help states address this…

Michigan Association of Conservation Districts Welcome MIFarmLink as a Statewide Program Starting October 1 LANSING, MI – Beginning October 1, 2025, the Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) will officially bring MIFarmLink under its umbrella, expanding efforts to connect farmland owners with the next generation of Michigan farmers.  “MACD is thrilled to help grow MIFarmLink…

Supporting Michigan’s Conservation Districts During the Federal Government Shutdown The federal government shutdown has left some Michigan’s Conservation Districts without access to their NRCS offices, equipment, or email, but our commitment to serving communities hasn’t stopped. Learn how you can support your local District, from donating and volunteering to sharing your conservation story. As the…

Honoring Indigenous Peoples’ Day: Strengthening Our Shared Stewardship in Michigan On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we recognize and celebrate the first stewards of this land—the Indigenous nations whose knowledge, relationships, and care for the earth continue to shape Michigan’s landscapes. It is a day to honor their ongoing leadership in conservation, acknowledge the harms of exclusion…

Check Out the New MIFarmLink Newsletter! Subscribe To MiFarmLink’s Newsletter Linking Michigan growers to resources! Subscribe for updates and opportunities that help land and people thrive. FarmLink program updates Event invitations and training info News for farmers and landowners Prefer to talk? Call us at (989) 218-9108 Name Email Address * Subscribe We respect your…

Fall into connection with MACD’s September 2025 Education Newsletter. Explore district achievements, upcoming training events, Envirothon updates, and resources helping educators build a greener, more resilient Michigan.

Conservation Districts Continue to Deliver for Michigan Communities, While Advocating for Stronger Support and Funding Public trust and transparency are foundational to our shared work of protecting Michigan’s land, water, and natural resources. The Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) represents a statewide network of community-led agencies that have served Michigan for over 80 years.…

Press Release: In Response to Press Coverage of Conservation Districts Public trust and transparency are foundational to our work of protecting Michigan’s land, water, and natural resources. The Michigan Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) represents a statewide network of community-led agencies that have served Michigan for over 80 years. Recent media reports have raised concerns…

Governor Whitmer Shines Spotlight on Michigan’s Grassroots Conservation Leaders Through Conservation Day LANSING, MI — Governor Gretchen Whitmer officially proclaimed July 17 as “Conservation District Day” in Michigan, honoring the critical role of Michigan’s Conservation Districts in protecting natural resources and supporting local communities across the state. Conservation Districts are locally governed, non-regulatory entities that…

The June 2025 issue celebrates Michigan’s summer of conservation learning! Discover Educator Spotlights, new grant opportunities, Envirothon highlights, and hands-on programs empowering students and district teams to lead sustainable change.