Resources

Conservation Planning and Technical Assistance for Agriculture
MSWCD and partners provide farmers and agricultural producers with technical assistance and expertise on a voluntary basis.
Cost Share and Financial Assistance for Agriculture
The Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District along with our partners offer a variety of cost share and financial assistance programs.
Soil Testing
A soil test report gives you precise nutrient requirements for the soil type and plant type in your situation.

Conservation Planning and Technical Assistance
Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District works with citizens and businesses to provide recommendations to address natural resource concerns.
Urban Cost Share Program (UCSP)
The Urban Cost Share Program is an incentive-based program to help land users address existing erosion and other non-point source water pollution issues in approved watersheds.
New Landowners Manual
This manual communicates solutions to a number of land management issues. It was compiled by the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) member districts and partners.

Conservation through Education
MSWCD Education Contests are offered to students attending school in Mecklenburg County.
Competitions and Workshops
Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District competitions and workshops for students.
Classroom Presentations
Mecklenburg Soil and Water Conservation District personnel are available to visit schools at any time throughout the school year to discuss conservation topics related to soil and water.
Outdoor Classroom Resources
Resources and grants for educators who utilize outdoor classrooms in their lessons.

Polaris 3G
Authoritative map data for Mecklenburg County produced and managed by the GIS department.
NC OneMap
NC OneMap is a strategic resource providing a collection of authoritative data and web services.

For Farmers and Producers