Programs on Agricultural Topics
Hamilton County Conservation District provides education programs and workshops on a wide range of agricultural topics for rural and urban producers as well as backyard gardeners and interested residents of Hamilton County.
Eco-Ag Yard & Garden Tour
Saturday, September 5, 2026
9:00am-3:00pm
$20
Want to grow healthy food and also be a good steward of your land? Eco-Agriculture is a collection of sustainable farming and gardening methods that works with nature to protect soil, conserve water, increase biodiversity, and reduce chemical use. This program will visit four Hamilton County homes to tour their ecologically-minded yards. Learn directly from the gardeners and be inspired to implement some eco-ag practices of your own! We will travel in our own vehicles on a set itinerary following provided map and driving directions. Tour includes a box lunch (vegetarian and gluten-free options available).
Tickets are not refundable.
Saturday, September 5, 2026
9:00am-3:00pm
$20
Want to grow healthy food and also be a good steward of your land? Eco-Agriculture is a collection of sustainable farming and gardening methods that works with nature to protect soil, conserve water, increase biodiversity, and reduce chemical use. This program will visit four Hamilton County homes to tour their ecologically-minded yards. Learn directly from the gardeners and be inspired to implement some eco-ag practices of your own! We will travel in our own vehicles on a set itinerary following provided map and driving directions. Tour includes a box lunch (vegetarian and gluten-free options available).
Tickets are not refundable.
EQIP Info Session - with Pizza!
Monday, September 28, 2026
6:00-7:30pm
HCCD Training Center - 2710 E. Kemper Rd.
Join staff from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to learn all about EQIP grants.
EQIP stands for Environmental Quality Incentives Program, and can provide cost-share funding for conservation practices including high tunnels, raised beds, micro-irrigation, brush removal, cover crops, pollinator planting, and more.
The 2027 deadline has not yet been announced, but this evening's program will provide updates and answer questions for the next grant cycle.
Free to attend but registration is required. Pizza and drinks provided!
Monday, September 28, 2026
6:00-7:30pm
HCCD Training Center - 2710 E. Kemper Rd.
Join staff from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to learn all about EQIP grants.
EQIP stands for Environmental Quality Incentives Program, and can provide cost-share funding for conservation practices including high tunnels, raised beds, micro-irrigation, brush removal, cover crops, pollinator planting, and more.
The 2027 deadline has not yet been announced, but this evening's program will provide updates and answer questions for the next grant cycle.
Free to attend but registration is required. Pizza and drinks provided!
Soil Fertility Testing: The Why and the How
Thursday, October 15, 2026
6:00-7:30pm
HCCD Training Center - 2710 E. Kemper Rd.
Healthy soil is important to your gardening goals and for our ecosystem. Testing soil's fertility tells us what nutrients are available and is one of the ways we can measure its health. In this program, you will learn how to conduct a Soil Fertility Test, receive guidance on interpreting the results, and review other practices you can adopt to support and build healthy soil.
Free to attend, but registration is requested
Thursday, October 15, 2026
6:00-7:30pm
HCCD Training Center - 2710 E. Kemper Rd.
Healthy soil is important to your gardening goals and for our ecosystem. Testing soil's fertility tells us what nutrients are available and is one of the ways we can measure its health. In this program, you will learn how to conduct a Soil Fertility Test, receive guidance on interpreting the results, and review other practices you can adopt to support and build healthy soil.
Free to attend, but registration is requested