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Jul 31, 20243 min read
Urban farming brings big benefit to the community
Backlund Acres in Belle Plaine works with NRCS to promote sustainable urban agriculture and provide food for the community.
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Feb 19, 20242 min read
Funding available for conservation in local watersheds
The Scott SWCD has been awarded Minnesota State funds to carry out conservation-minded projects for local landowners
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Feb 13, 20243 min read
Interseeders, no-till drills, buckthorn wrenches, and more available for rent
As soil-and-water-saving farming techniques become more popular in Scott County, the Scott SWCD provides producers with the right tools...
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Jul 19, 20232 min read
Local producers receive water quality awards
Local farmers speak on recognition from the Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program.
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Jun 30, 20233 min read
Belle Plaine Farmer changes operation for soil and water quality
In 2014, Belle Plaine producer Brian Entinger found himself on a farm transformed. His fields that had once been lush cropland and...
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Nov 16, 20225 min read
Casey Acres named 2022 Conservation Leaders
Over the last decade, the Caseys have become pioneers in sustainable agriculture practices, becoming local leaders in the process.
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Mar 1, 20224 min read
Jordan family creates balance for cattle and the environment
Health and sustainability are at the heart of every cattle farmer’s operation. But every so often, a family takes those concepts, and...
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Jan 7, 20223 min read
2021 Scott SWCD Year in Review
As we look back on 2021, we were able to accomplish so much with the help of our amazing staff, partners, and community.
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Jul 12, 20213 min read
Manure Management Options for Hobby Farms
Hobby and other small-scale farms are a great source for food and resources in local communities. But with those resources comes a...
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