Benton SWCD Accomplishments
Available Email Updates from Benton SWCD:

 Click here to receive email updates from the Benton SWCD

 Click here to receive Elk River TMDL Email Updates



 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:  03/10/2010

       Rates are updated by 9:00AM Monday through Friday
       More LDP Rates by County
  •    Commodity Loan Rate PCP LDP Rate
       Barley $/bu 1.74 2.04 0.0
       Corn $/bu 1.83 3.31 0.0
       Oats $/bu 1.39 2.06 0.0
       Soybeans $/bu 4.83 8.88 0.0
       Wheat - Durum $/bu 4.97 3.90 0.0
       Wheat - Hard Red Spring $/bu 3.44 3.85 0.0
       Wheat - Hard Red Winter $/bu 2.63 4.23 0.0

  • Brian and Glen Kaschmitter, Inc. named 2009 Outstanding Conservationist Area Finalists!

    Brian and Glen Kaschmitter and their families were named Benton County's 2009 Outstanding Conservationist and have now been named a Minnesota Area Finalist. For more information, please click on the link below:
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  • CSP Information - New Program

    The new Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) is currently in it's first application ranking period. The first sign-up ends September 30, 2009. Please click below for more information.

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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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