Making sustainable farming easier for community members Lewis Conservation District has setup no-till drill rental program using funding from the Sustainable Farms and Fields grant program. No-till drills allow farmers to plant seeds without disturbing the soil and releasing carbon into the atmosphere. They also help the soil to retain nutrients and moisture, a win-win!
Lewis originally only had a 10 ft drill, which required a large tractor to pull. The district recently acquired a 6 ft drill, which allows farmers with smaller tractors and plots of land to benefit as well!
Visit https://www.chronline.com/stories/no-till-drill-seeding-machines-now-available-to-rent-at-farm-store-thanks-to-lewis-county,320256 to learn more.
Photo Credit: Lewis Conservation District
With support from the Riparian Plant Propagation Program, large-scale native plant production is underway through a partnership with Puget Sound Plants, enabling the cultivation and statewide distribution of more than 30,000 riparian plants. This high-volume nursery system strengthens Washington’s restoration supply chain and ensures consistent access to locally grown native material.
Grays Harbor Conservation District maintains tens of thousands of native plants annually at a partner-operated holding site, using gravel beds and nursery infrastructure to support healthy plant growth and regional riparian restoration. Through project support and community distribution, the district helps meet evolving restoration needs across the region.
Snohomish Conservation District is expanding its riparian plant capacity while preparing for a new office and greenhouse facility. Through partnerships with Snohomish County, Edmonds College, and the Latino Educational Training Institute, the district maintains thousands of native plants and supports hands-on workforce development for local restoration efforts.
