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To promote responsible natural resource and land-use management for present and future generations.

As a locally controlled governmental subdivision of the state, the Barry Conservation District is governed by a citizen-elected board of five Directors. The Board of Directors is charged to assess natural resources within the District, develop a plan of action to address natural resource issues, and employ staff to implement this plan through education, programs, projects and technical assistance provided to District landowners. Directors are elected to four-year terms, meet publicly each month to conduct business, publish annual reports and hold annual meetings.

10/27/2026

Reminder to not use this!

10/24/2026

Visit us at Pierce Cedar Creek on the trail!

10/19/2026

Visit us on the trail to learn about some spooky invasive species! 🎃👻

10/19/2026

Ever wonder how that invasive species got there? MISGP has a great webinar about that!

You can register for the webinar (or recording!) here:

Explore how agencies, universities and locally led organizations are working together through the invasive species program

10/19/2026

10/15/2026

NRCS in Barry County is Accepting Applications for Conservation Programs

While the Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) accepts applications year-round, interested agricultural producers should apply by Oct. 30, 2026, to be considered for fiscal year 2027 funding. Programs include:

🌽Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP): The Agricultural Land Easement component of ACEP enables producers to protect their agricultural land from development by enrolling it in a permanent Agricultural Land Easement. The Wetland Reserve Easement component of ACEP helps landowners protect, restore and enhance wetlands which have been previously degraded due to agricultural uses.

🌻Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP): CSP helps producers build on existing conservation efforts while strengthening their operation.

🌾Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP): EQIP provides producers with the technical and financial resources they need to address resource concerns on their land including improved water and air quality, increased soil health, reduced soil erosion, improved natural vitality and more.

NRCS is also providing additional financial assistance nationwide through the Regenerative Pilot Program (RPP), which enables producers to implement whole-farm regenerative practices through a single application for EQIP and CSP. RPP is part of USDA’s commitment to putting Farmers First and advancing the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) agenda by building a healthier, more resilient food system.

For more information call 269-948-8037 or visit the office, 1611 South Hanover Street, Hastings, MI 49058, during regular business hours (M-F, 8 am - 4 pm)

10/13/2026

View the draft MMP and submit comments at https://www.barrycounty.org/barrycountyrecycles/mmp.php

NOTICE
The Barry County Materials Management Planning Committee (MMPC) approved the DRAFT Materials Management Plan (MMP) for Barry County on 8/21/2026.
The DRAFT Barry county MMP will be available for review and public comment until December 14, 2026 and there will be a public hearing Tuesday, December 15 at 9 AM at the Board of Commission meeting at the Barry County Courthouse.
To view the DRAFT Barry County MMP and submit comments, visit https://www.barrycounty.org/barrycountyrecycles/mmp.php

10/13/2026

Amazing for the community!!!

Work has nearly wrapped up on a $40 million investment in Hastings that includes a brand new apartment complex, a farm market, a daycare and an incubator kitchen.

Address

1611 Hanover Street, Ste 105
Hastings, MI
49058

Telephone

269-908-4135

Website

http://www.barrycd.org/

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