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Free nitrate testing for well water on April 25
The Scott SWCD is offering free nitrate testing for well water on Friday, April 25 at the Scott County Fairgrounds.
Mar 253 min read


Scott SWCD's 2025 Natural Landscaping Program
The Scott SWCD's Natural Landscaping Program has grant funds available to help residents plant pollinator habitat in Scott County.
Mar 204 min read


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


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.
Jul 31, 20243 min read


Spring maintenance for raingardens
Maintenance reminders to keep your raingarden looking good and functioning at its full capacity for years to come.
Apr 8, 20244 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


Wildlife and water benefit from restored wetland
Belle Plaine resident Ray Soller has lived in Scott County his entire life, and has been maintaining his family’s land farming corn and...
Oct 18, 20223 min read


Spring prairie burns: why they're important and when to do them
The changing of the season and warmer weather means that both your prairie plants and their weedy competitors are about to emerge. Stay...
Apr 1, 20224 min read


Best Time of Year to Remove Buckthorn
Buckthorn removal can be a confusing process, but following these steps can remove the invasive bush and keep it away for years to come.
Sep 14, 20203 min read
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