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The purpose of the NJ Association of Conservation Districts is to conduct educational, scientific and charitable work concerning the conservation, maintenance, improvement, development and use of land, soil, water, trees, vegetation, fish and wildlife, open space and other renewable natural resources.​
2022 Conservation Poster Contest Theme

Healthy Soil: Healthy Life

​Healthy soils are the foundation for all life on Earth. It is imperative in food production. Healthy soils give us clean water and air. Soil is an important resource for everything from human health to agriculture to water filtration. Soil is the foundation for many of the items we use in our daily life, such as food, clothing, clean water, homes and more. Healthy soil equals healthy food, which equals a healthy you. It is important that each of us recognize where our food comes from and the farmers and ranchers who are dedicated to using responsible land management practices to ensure a sustainable food supply and healthy land and soil for future generations.

2022 NJ Poster Contest Finalists

Grand Champion
Zoe Quan (Grades 4-6) Freehold SCD
The New Jersey Conservation Poster Contest is open to all students in grades 2-12 and students compete in grade categories. Local Soil Conservation District prizes may also be awarded!
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Did You Know...

  • There are 70,000 different types of soil in the U.S.
  • 1 Tablespoon of soil has more organisms in it than there are people on Earth.
  • It takes 500 years to form one inch of topsoil.
  • There are 5,000 different types of bacteria in one gram of soil.
  • 1,400,000 earthworms can be found in an acre of cropland.
  • Soil is more than just one layer. It has multiple layers, just like a cake, that are called horizons.
  • Only about 10% of Earth's land surface has suitable soil for producing our food supply, housing, cities, schools, hospitals, air to breath and more.
  • 10% of the world's carbon dioxide emissions are stored in soil.
  • 0.01% of the Earth's water is held in soil.
2022 NJ Conservation Poster Contest Brochure

Resources

​You can find resources at your school or public library, science books, local newspapers, nature centers and from the Stewardship & Education section on the NACD website. Get guidance from your teacher or parents to find information on the Internet.
2022 Web Resources