Conservation Success Stories

The Conservation Commission and conservation districts integrate  science, technology, and effective strategies for engaging people into our  voluntary solutions. This helps us build community around conservation and  deliver multi-benefit results. You’ll find examples of these solutions—and  the results we’ve been able to celebrate with participating landowners and  partners—in these community success stories.

Irrigation Efficiencies Grant Program (IEGP)
Irrigation Efficiencies Grant Program (IEGP)
Irrigation Efficiencies Grant Program (IEGP)

Benton Conservation District: Conserving Water in the Columbia Basin

Many farmers want to conserve water, but it can be difficult, risky, and expensive. That's where conservation districts come in. They assist people, like Nestor Garcia from Blue Gem Farms, with making changes that work on-farm and benefit water quality and quantity.

More Community Stories:

Whatcom Conservation District
Changing the Face of the Landscape
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Success Story Snapshot: Tucannon River
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Clallam Conservation District
Partnership Leads to Salmon Recovery Success
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Mason Conservation District
Gosnell Creek Farm and Habitat Improvement Project
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