MACD is sharing information about SHAPE (Soil Health Assessment Protocol and Evaluation), a new farmer-friendly NRCS tool designed to benchmark soil health across the country and connect soil health conditions…
As we head into Area Meeting season, now is the time for Conservation Districts to be working on any resolutions or sunset challenges your district would like to bring forward…
We’re sharing a new video resource for Conservation Districts addressing questions about majority and quorum voting and how it applies to district business and decision-making. This video provides guidance to…
MACD’s Water Quality Education & Outreach Mini-Grant applications are now open. These grants are an opportunity for Conservation Districts and other eligible local organizations to support education and outreach projects…
We’re getting ready for this year’s Area Meetings, and registration is now open. Area Meetings are an opportunity for Conservation District supervisors and staff to connect with districts in their…
MACD's 2026 resolutions process is underway, and districts have additional time to prepare. The deadline to submit new resolutions and sunset challenges has been extended to September 1, 2026. This…
The Montana Association of Conservation Districts (MACD) is seeking dedicated Conservation District Supervisors to help lead the future of conservation across Montana. Several MACD Board positions will be up for…
The Montana Watershed Coordination Council (MWCC) has opened registration for the 2026 Columbia River Basin Watershed Tour, taking place September 14–18, 2026. Hosted in partnership with the Flathead Lake Biological…
Registration is now open for the 2026 Statewide Employee Training (SET), taking place August 3–5, 2026, in Miles City, Montana. Hosted by MCDEO, this annual training brings together Conservation District…
Montana farmers and ranchers have an opportunity to participate in Probing Our Country's Soil Health, a nationwide public-private partnership working to improve how soil health information can support on-the-ground management…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced updates to 32 conservation practice standards aimed at strengthening conservation solutions for farmers, ranchers, and private landowners. The…
MACD encourages Conservation District supervisors, employees, and partners to participate in a brief, anonymous Conflict Management Survey. The survey is being used to help customize the upcoming Conflict Management training…
Welcome to Helena! Use this page as your quick-reference guide for meeting information, schedules, and important resources for the 2026 Northern Plains Region Summer Meeting & MACD Spring Board Meeting…
Montana’s Conservation Districts and conservation partners are leading important work across the state every day, from improving soil health and water quality to restoring watersheds, supporting working lands, and strengthening…
The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) has announced a public comment period for proposed administrative rules related to Conservation District grants. The rulemaking, authorized in HB 2,…
