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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
Feb 19, 20242 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...
Feb 13, 20243 min read


Simon Family Agriculture named 2023 Conservation Leaders
Simon Family Ag nominated as the 2023 Conservation Leader in Scott County.
Nov 8, 20234 min read


Local producers receive water quality awards
Local farmers speak on recognition from the Minnesota Agricultural Water Quality Certification Program.
Jul 19, 20232 min read

Emerald Ash Borer - prevention and management strategies
How to prevent the spread of invasive emerald ash borer and management strategies for infestations.
Jul 10, 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...
Jun 30, 20233 min read


Meet your locally elected Scott SWCD Board Members
The Scott SWCD is a political subdivision of the State of Minnesota established in 1941 to provide technical, financial, scientific, and...
Jun 22, 20232 min read

Two methods for Shoreline Restoration
Shoreline erosion can be a problem for any resident living on a waterfront property. Erosion can come from wave action beating against...
May 11, 20233 min read


Shakopee resident plants over 8,000 trees
Shakopee resident, Al Perry, estimates that over the last thirty-four years he’s planted between eight and ten thousand trees
Feb 22, 20234 min read


4 Ways to use less Salt this Winter
Did you know that road salt and deicers are an environmental pollutant? Learn why and ways to prevent salt pollution to lakes and rivers .
Dec 28, 20222 min read
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