Mushroom farming in Chester County has a rich and storied history. It has played a vital part of the economy and community in this region for over a century. Despite its many benefits, it has proven to have an affect on the environment. Ultimately, our goal as a Conservation District is to work with the all mushroom farmers in reducing their impact on the soil, water, and natural resources. Some of the services we provide include the development and implementation of a Mushroom Farm Environmental Management Plan (MFEMP), assistance in applying for Federal cost-share money, technical support for installing Best Management Practices (BMPs), and an overall education about our relationship with the environment. For a handbook on BMPs which are constructed to help manage pollution in the Mushroom Farm Community, click
here.
