We make cost share assistance available to landowners in designated Pierce County watersheds to implement best practices like these on farms.

• Cross-fencing for rotational grazing 
• Manure and composting infrastructure 
• Livestock heavy use area protection
• Pasture renovation 
• Cover crop seed purchase
• Native and beneficial insect plantings 
• Riparian buffer plantings
• Fencing to exclude livestock from waterways
• Irrigation efficiency 
• Roof water management

Funding is provided through various sources such as: the district's rates and charges system, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, WA State Department of Health, WA State Department of Ecology, and WA State Department of Fish and Wildlife. Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis, and practices must meet USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service specifications. A district engineer provides design assistance when necessary. All practices must meet Pierce County Code requirements and all applicable permits must be obtained by the landowner prior to starting all projects.