March 2023 Snapshots: Soil health incentives, MN CREP promotion, cover crop trials inspire permanent conversion
Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources sent this bulletin at 03/01/2023 10:19 AM CST
March 2023
Snapshots are stories that highlight the work of our agency and partners. Read below for insights on how these partnerships impact our state's soil and water resources.
Kittson SWCD grows soil health program via incentives, outreach
Kittson County farmers are trying soil health practices through the SWCD’s flexible incentive program, and through a demonstration project whose partners include General Mills, the University of Minnesota and American Crystal Sugar.
In Meeker County, outreach funds boost MN CREP awareness, sign-ups
With grant funds dedicated to outreach, Pheasants Forever senior Farm Bill biologist Josh Pommier could spend more time promoting MN CREP as an option. To date, Meeker County landowners have enrolled 30 MN CREP easements totaling nearly 1,100 acres.
Faribault County cover crop trials spark some permanent conversion
Most farmers who worked with the Faribault County SWCD on a three-year, incentivized cover crop trial supported by a BWSR Clean Water Fund demonstration grant have committed to continuing the practice, which benefits the soil, water quality and habitat.
