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Soil Health Workshop Feb 26 in Le Center
We're hosting a Soil Health Workshop on Wednesday, Feb 26 in Le Center MN. Join us for both beginner and advanced perspectives.
Feb 42 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
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


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


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.
Nov 16, 20225 min read


Local Aerial Seeding for Cover Crops Brings Soil Benefits
This August, the Scott SWCD will once again be partnering with an aerial applicator to seed cover crops onto local farmer’s fields.
Jun 30, 20222 min read


Vern and Becky Wick Named 2020 Conservation Leaders
As chaotic as 2020 has been, it’s important to take a step back and recognize the good that is happening all around us, and the positive...
Sep 30, 20204 min read


Grazing for Soil Health with the Meierbachtols
On a calm, cool afternoon in November 2019, a harvested field on Dale Meierbachtol’s farm in Belle Plaine was still hard at work. While...
Apr 24, 20203 min read


Fall Recap at the SWCD
Check out what the Scott SWCD has been doing over the fall months. Everything from conservation projects to education outreach and more!
Nov 4, 20193 min read
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