Stories of Healthy Soil & Clean Water

10 Reasons to Say Yes to Illinois SWCDs

Soil and Water Conservation Districts work to protect Illinois’ greatest assets–the rich,fertile soils and water resources of the state through strategic conservation efforts. Soil and Water Conservation Districts,or SWCDs, have for decades overplayed a central role in efforts to sustain the viability of Illinois’ natural resources for future generations by working with environmental and agricultural... Continue reading

No-Till November

No-Till November is underway! Keep the stubble! No-till prevents erosion and builds soil health, and can also pad farmers’ bottom lines. #KeepTheStubble #DoNotDisturb   Using No-Till this Fall Give your farm a rugged, natural look By Spencer Miller | USDA-NRCS  Many farmers till during the fall. This year, we encourage you not to. Leave it... Continue reading

Improving Water Quality in Illinois

Conservation & Water Quality: One conservation practice that greatly benefits water quality, yet is often overlooked, is wetlands. Consider promoting this practice in your District or constructing one on your land in an area with consistent low yields, or in a tucked-away corner that could infiltrate tile water. For more urban areas, a rain garden... Continue reading