Technical

Technical Assistance

The Athens SWCD partners with other agencies, organizations and volunteers to provide technical assistance and implement available cost share programs to meet the resource needs of Athens County landowners. Contact our District Technician at 740-797-9686 ext.6290 to see how we can assist you.

Promote stabilization and expansion of agriculture in Athens County
Conservation planning for wise land use
Planning, engineering and design of agricultural conservation practices for soil erosion and sediment control
Soil Survey interpretation
Pond site evaluations
Recreational land planning
Stormwater management
Pasture and hayland management
Animal waste management
Water quality management
Building site reviews
Soil Suitability within the 3 mile radius of the City of Athens

Why Soil Sample?

    The health of our soil is something that sometimes gets overlooked during the planning process, but with a little thing called "soil sampling" we can ensure that our soils are as healthy as possible and ready to grow the plants we desire. Soil sampling, also known as soil testing, allows us to apply costly nutrients in the appropriate quantities allocating for maximum plant growth, minimal nutrient runoff into surface or ground water and conservation of natural resources.
     Various USDA NRCS cost-share programs require applicants to have current soil tests on applicable land prior to an application being considered for funding.
    The links below will give you all of the information that you will need to get the most accurate sample. If you have any questions feel free to contact our District Technician at 740-797-9686 ext. 114