Washington County Soil & Water Conservation District
Protecting Our Natural Resources
Our Tree and Shrub Sale is now CLOSED!
Tree pick-up will be April 17th 9AM – 5PM and April 18th 9AM – 12PM at the Washington County Fairgrounds, Building #20.
The 2026 Pollinator Pledge is now CLOSED. Thank you to all who participated!
Seeds can be picked up at our Tree and Shrub Sale (above).
Washington County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is a unique unit of local government that was founded in 1945. Our mission is to assist agricultural producers, rural landowners and municipalities with the management, conservation and best use of our natural resources. Our highest priorities are to protect the County’s soil and water resources while maintaining the viability of agriculture as a preferred land use.
Board Meetings
Next Board Meeting:
April 20, 2026 @ 10 am at
USDA Service Center
Orders Due with Payment by April 16
2026 Minutes of Board Meetings
2025 Minutes of Board Meetings
Request For Assistance:
The District is happy to provide landowners and municipalities with technical assistance and answer questions! Click below to get our Request For Assistance form.
See what SWCD is up to by checking out our quarterly newsletter! Read articles written by SWCD staff highlighting our various programs and projects!
Announcements:
Water Testing Labs List & Dept. of Health Information Sheet
While the Washington County SWCD is very interested in water quality, we are not certified to test water and do not have a water testing lab. If a person has concerns regarding their water source(s), we have a list of NYS Certified Labs for water testing or we recommend they contact the Department of Health regarding specific water quality concerns. Please see the fact sheet with contact information on bottom of second page for Dept. of Health.
Barley Wheat Pellets Available for Purchase!
SWCD is now selling barley wheat pellets for use in ponds. This is an alternative method to algae control and improving water clarity. The pellets are for sale at our office by the pound. Stop in any time top purchase! Cash or check please.
$90/40lbs