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We look forward to
working with you as we continue to meet the guidelines
of our conservation mission statement:
"To advocate, educate and assist people in responsible land management and
agricultural practices that conserve and improve air, soil and water quality and
fish and wildlife habitat for present and future generations."
Please contact us with any questions you may have or if we can be of assistance.
Email
509-758-8012
The 2015 ACCD Annual Meeting
was held Thursday, March 19th, 2015
at Floch Hall, Asotin County Fairgrounds Asotin, WA
The District THANKS the following 2015 Sponsors, whose generous donations contributed to an excellent Meeting, Lunch and great Door Prizes!!
AG Pro ~ Dick and Della Allen ~ Blue Mountain Agriculture ~ Fuchs Flower & Garden ~ Casey & Gail Hagenah ~ Happy Day Corp ~ Helena Chemical Co ~ Elaine Nagle ~ Schurmans True Value ~ Western Forest Systems
Our THANKS and APPRECIATION to our Guest Speakers
whose excellent presentations were enjoyed by all who attended!!
Mark Heitstuman, WSU Ext (Asotin)
Joey McCanna, WDFW
Aaron Esser, Area Ext Agronomist WSU Ext (Lincoln-Adams)
Nelle Murray, Asotin County Noxious Weed Coordinator
Jim Schroeder, NRCS
Geremy Nelson, FSA
Thank you to Mike from Rosies Ribs
for the great lunch!!
THANK YOU to all who participated in our
2015 Annual Tree Sale!!
It was our biggest success to date. A SPECIAL THANK YOU to Nelle Murray of Asotin Noxious Weed Board, and the Master Gardeners for making themselves available for all who had questions and concerns. And also to our local NRCS staff Jim Schroeder, Courtney Smith and Kara Carter-Chase we couldnt have worked so efficiently to get the orders filled, without their help. We look forward to seeing you all next year! ~ Please be sure to start checking the web page around mid February of 2016 for our 14th Annual Tree Sale info and order forms.
Upcoming Dates
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9/7/15
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Labor Day Holiday (Office Closed)
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9/10/15
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ACCD Board Mtg 7:30 p.m.
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10/8/15
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ACCD Board Mtg 7:30 p.m.
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11/5/15
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ACCD Board Mtg
6:30 p.m.
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11/26-27/15
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Thanksgiving Holiday (Office Closed)
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12/10/15
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ACCD Board Mtg 6:30 p.m.
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12/25/15
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Christmas Day Holiday (Office Closed)
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01/01/16
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New Years Day Holiday (Office Closed)
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01/07/16
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ACCD Board Mtg 6:30 p.m.
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01/18/16
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Martin Luther King Holiday (Office Closed)
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02/11/16
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ACCD Board Mtg 6:30 p.m.
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02/15/16
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President's Day Holiday (Office Closed)
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03/10/16
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ACCD Board Mtg 6:30 p.m.
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CREP Cost-Share Opportunities
Water Development:
50% cost-share increased from $3,000 to $3,600 of up to $7,200 total cost.
Additional cost-share from other sources is available to complete project.
Pipeline:
50% cost-share increased from $2,000 to $2,400 of up to $4,800 total cost.
Additional cost-share from other sources is available to complete project.
Livestock Watering Facilities:
50% cost-share increased from $2,000 to $2,400 of up to $4,800 total cost.
Additional cost-share from other sources is available to complete project.
Contact Casey Scott at the
ACCD District Office
for information and assistance.
509-758-8012 ext 111 or
caseyaccd@cableone.net
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Owners Advised To Vaccinate Their Horses Against West Nile Virus
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is recommending that horse owners vaccinate their horses against the virus. Last year, the state had 72 infected horses, the highest incidence in the nation. Typically, 50 percent of these animals die or need to be euthanized.
"It's a very serious illness for a horse, and there isn't much a vet can do after it gets sick,"
said Jason Kelly, Communications Director with the Washington State Department of Agriculture.
"The best thing for a horse owner to do is to spend a few dollars and get their animal vaccinated."
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2012249996_westnile01m.html
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NEW Cost-Share rates have recently been approved by the ACCD Board of Supervisors!
There is also Riparian Cost-Share opportunities available.
Please contact the District for more information!
509-758-8012
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Don't Forget Your 2015
Agricultural Burn Permit!
Just a reminder that burning by commercial agricultural operations requires a permit except when burning orchard prunings, natural vegetation along fence lines, irrigation and drainage ditches or natural vegetation blown by the wind. A grower must still comply with their fire protection authoritys notification/ approval process prior to igniting any outdoor fire even if an air quality permit is not required.
Two types of commercial agricultural permits are available. Spot burn permits, which are available through the District, allow burning of up to 10 acres total area of unforeseen and unpredictable small areas such as small weed patches, spots of heavy residue, and equipment plugs and dumps.
Field burn permits are issued for any burning which is definable and predictable. Any individual burn area, which consists of over 10 contiguous acres, would be considered a field and requires a field permit. Permits are issued by the Dept. of Ecology. Applications are available at the District office.
Burn Fees Effective July 1st, 2012
Field Burns $3.75 per acre - $37.50 Minimum
Spot Burn Permits - $37.50
Please contact Casey Scott at the ACCD Office with any questions at 509-758-8012
ext 111 or
caseyaccd@cableone.net
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