Benton SWCD Accomplishments

Benton County Pest Watch








 Emerald Ash Borer Information


Benton SWCD Board Meeting Schedule, Minutes and Agendas
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 Other Local Meetings:
Our Location:
14 2nd Avenue West
Foley, Minnesota 56329

Phone (320) 968-5300 Ext. 3
Fax (320) 968-5304
Office Hours: Monday through Friday
7:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Website: www.soilandwater.org








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Benton Soil and Water Conservation District Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Benton Soil and Water Conservation District to protect and enhance Benton County's soil, water, and other natural resources; to nurture a conservation ethic by educating county residents on conservation and environmental issues.

Helping Protect Benton County's Natural Resources Since 1948.

What is an SWCD
  •    Benton County Daily LDP Rates:  07/02/2009

       Rates are updated by 9:00AM Monday through Friday
       More LDP Rates by County
  •    Commodity Loan Rate PCP LDP Rate
       Barley $/bu 1.74 2.37 0.0
       Corn $/bu 1.82 3.36 0.0
       Oats $/bu 1.36 1.92 0.0
       Soybeans $/bu 4.83 11.58 0.0
       Wheat - Durum $/bu 2.96 6.57 0.0
       Wheat - Hard Red Spring $/bu 2.84 5.22 0.0
       Wheat - Hard Red Winter $/bu 2.99 5.20 0.0

  • 2009 EQIP Sign-Up - Deadline May 22, 2009

    On April 27th the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced the 2009 EQIP sign-up. EQIP funding is available to help agricultural producers apply needed conservation practices on land throughout Minnesota. Please click on the link below to learn more about EQIP and how to sign-up:
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  • Tree Information 

    For more information regarding tree species, please click on the link below:

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  • Buckthorn Identification & Control Information

    Do you have buckthorn on your land? Do you know how to identify this invasive shrub? Would you like more information on how to control buckthorn? If so, please click on the link below:

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    Organic Farming Information

    The number of certified organic farms and acres in Minnesota is continuing to grow, along with the domestic and international market demand for organic food. The Benton SWCD has identified an increase in the amount of interest from Benton County landowners. Please click on the link below for more information on organic farming and certification.

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  • Receive Benton SWCD Updates via Email

    Are you interested in conservation programs in Benton County? Would you like to know about local workshop opportunities relating to agriculture and natural resources? If you would like to receive updates like these sent directly to your email, click on the link below:

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    The Benton SWCD will not share or distribute email addresses that are submitted through the above links.