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One of the goals of the Orleans County Conservation District is to make sure farmer voices are represented and amplified. We realize it would be far better to have you represent the perspective of farmers at meetings by sharing your impressions directly with legislators, federal & state officials, and agency…

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The Orleans County Natural Resource Conservation District (OCNRCD) was established in 1946 as a non-regulatory organization led by local landowners. We strive to protect natural resources by seeking solutions to local environmental concerns and providing resources to address them. Our current focus is to support Orleans County communities and landowners in their efforts to improve water quality issues. Our extensive partnerships with state, federal and local organizations enable us to coordinate resources locally to support conservation land use practices.

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Orleans County: 19 towns, population 27,516, 5% rise. Highest: Jay Peak 3,858ft. 75% forest, 26% farm land. Watersheds map included.

2026 Locally Led Survery

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Event: Farm tour, food, and speakers on Vermont agriculture evolution. Date: Feb 11, 2026, 4-6:30 PM. Location: Nelson's Farm, Irasburg.

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2026 LOCALLY LED Community Meeting - Wed Feb 11th 4:00-6:30

Orleans County NRCD to Host Annual Locally Led Meeting: Evolution of Vermont Agriculture and Conservation

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Marketing Conservation Program | Orleans County Farmers & Stewardship

Empowering Orleans County farmers to share their conservation stories with confidence through hands-on marketing support, training, and one-on-one guidance.

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Lake Parker Septic Assistance Program

Orleans County NRCD has allocated a portion of our FY26 State Appropriation funds from the Natural Resources Conservation Council (NRCC) to this program. Lake Parker was identified as an important…

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Farmer Advocacy Program

One of the goals of the Orleans County Conservation District is to make sure farmer voices are represented and amplified. We realize it would be far better to have you represent the perspective of…

2026 Plant Sale is Now Open!

2026 LOCALLY LED Community Meeting - Wed Feb 11th 4:00-6:30

Farmer Advocacy Program

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2026 Locally Led Survery

RSVP for Locally Led Community Meeting - Farm Tour, OCNRCD Updates & Guest Speaker, Roger Allbee

2026 LOCALLY LED Community Meeting - Wed Feb 11th 4:00-6:30

Marketing Conservation Program | Orleans County Farmers & Stewardship

Lake Parker Septic Assistance Program

Farmer Advocacy Program