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Agricultural Programs

The Columbia County Soil and Water Conservation District works cooperatively with local agricultural operations to promote a common understanding of conservation and environmental stewardship. 

Most often, we utilize New York State's Agricultural Environmental Management (AEM) program as the vehicle to gain a mutual understanding of the farming operation and its business objectives.  When feasible, we assist landowners in acquiring state and federal funding to implement business objectives and facilities that enhance environmental quality and promote the business' economic viability.