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Soil & Water Resources

Discover plans, educational programs, and technical information about soil and water conservation.

Olmsted Soil Health Program - Learn more & apply
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    Soil and Water Conservation District

    Soil and Water Conservation District

    Soil and Water Conservation District

    The Mission of the Olmsted Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is to promote more sustainable resources utilization and protection of natural resources in the County.

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    Water Resources

    Water Resources coordinates the local, state, and federal water resource management programs and projects undertaken in Olmsted County. Our mission is to improve and preserve Olmsted County's water resources.

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  • Groundwater protection and soil health cost-share now available in Olmsted County
    Groundwater protection and soil health cost-share now available in Olmsted County

    Groundwater protection and soil health cost-share now available in Olmsted County

    Groundwater protection and soil health cost-share now available in Olmsted County

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    • Feb 7, 2023
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    The program aims to promote the growing of beneficial crops such as small grains, forages, other alternative crops, and grazing lands.

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