Please join us Monday, October 30th to learn about cover cropping and how you can access seed through the Taos Soil and Water Conservation District Soil Health Program.  

Through the Healthy Soils Program, you can receive up to 5 acres worth of winter cover crop seed that can be planted now.  The program requires a deposit of $100 per acre.  Upon proof of planting, you will be reimbursed for your deposit and you will receive $110 to mitigate the equipment costs.  Seed must be in the ground by December 1st to qualify for reimbursement.  Seed is limited, so it is important to apply ASAP. 

This is an excellent opportunity to improve the health of your soil, help your land be more resilient in the face of climate change and drought, and increase yields for agricultural producers.  Our short workshop will explore the benefits of cover cropping, how the Taos Soil and Water Conservation District program works, and opportunities to apply for the New Mexico Department of Agriculture Healthy Soils program in the future.    

This event is a collaboration led by Taos County Soil and Water Conservation District with support from Alianza Agri-Cultura de Taos, Taos County Economic Development Corporation, and Taos Valley Acequia Association.