Marion County TN SWCD

06/02/2026

, coordinated by NAISMA is coming up on June 6-13!

This annual awareness week encourages outdoor recreationists to help prevent the spread of invasive species through simple actions like cleaning footwear and gear and burning local firewood.

This year, learn about ways to support the campaign and help stop the spread of invasive species by joining a virtual webinar. The first one, "Behaviour Change Training: Supporting PlayCleanGo Outreach and Action" is tomorrow, June 3 at 3:00 p.m. ET.

Learn more about each webinar and register here: https://playcleango.org/events/

06/02/2026

Have a student interested in cooking? Sign them up for our Marion County Farm to Table Cooking Camp!

Space is limited, sign up today at the link in the comments!

06/02/2026

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06/02/2026

FSA is strengthening the farm safety net thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts Act that adds up to 30 million new base acres nationwide. Landowners can update and increase base acres in preparation for enrollment in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs beginning with the 2026 and future crop years.

Landowners – Visit fsa.usda.gov/arc-plc for more information on accessing your base allocation summary. Make sure you review and consider base acre increases on farms enrolled in ARC or PLC by Aug. 31, 2026. https://www.fsa.usda.gov/news-events/news/05-26-2026/usda-announces-base-acre-increase-opportunity-agriculture-risk-price

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06/01/2026

NACD's annual Awards Program recognizes individuals and organizations for outstanding work and leadership in soil and water conservation.

06/01/2026

Crafting with Chas: BIRD NERDS Day Camp!
Looking for a fun and educational summer activity for students in grades 4-12? The Bird Nerds camp will be held on June 15-16, 2026, from 9 AM to 12 PM at the Marion County Extension Office, located at 302 Betsy Pack Drive in Jasper, TN. The cost is $20, and only 10 spots are available!
We want to thank Kimball Lowe's for donating the bird feeders, and Kimball Tractor Supply for donating the bird seed.
Register online only at: tiny.utk.edu/marion

06/01/2026

Specialty crop producers who have a Login.gov account can now access and submit their Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers (ASCF) program application. Producers who do not have a Login.gov account or prefer to enroll at their local FSA office can request their prefilled application beginning June 8, 2026.

The ASCF enrollment period closes on Aug. 7, 2026. https://www.fsa.usda.gov/news-events/news/05-29-2026/usda-announces-enrollment-period-payment-rates-specialty-crop-farmers