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![In order to apply for the Allamakee SWCD scholarship, type in the information in the fillable application form below or print the application and legibly handwrite the information in pen. Once completed, please e-mail […]](https://allamakeeswcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/scholarship-36x36.png "Scholarship Application Due February 27")
Scholarship Application Due February 27
Posted on January 12, 2026 | No Comments -
![I’m Janet Borchardt, the new Pheasants Forever Farm Bill Wildlife Biologist covering Winneshiek, Allamakee, Fayette, and Clayton counties! I graduated from Luther College in 2024, where I studied biology and […]](https://allamakeeswcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PF-36x36.png "New Pheasants Forever Biologist")
New Pheasants Forever Biologist
Posted on December 15, 2025 | No Comments -
![Japanese Knotweed has become an invasive menace in Allamakee County over the last 15+ years. This bamboo look-alike is found along many streams in the county and spreads rapidly. The […]](https://allamakeeswcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/knotweed-36x36.png "Japanese Knotweed Control")
Japanese Knotweed Control
Posted on May 6, 2025 | No Comments -
![CRP fields undergo status reviews at least 2 times during the contract length. NRCS typically conducts these reviews in year 4 and year 9. The year 4 check is to […]](https://allamakeeswcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/CRP_photos-36x36.png "CRP status reviews")
CRP status reviews
Posted on December 7, 2023 | No Comments -
![There are a lot of unwanted shrubs, trees, and weeds that grow up on properties. It can be difficult to stay ahead of them, especially on ground that you may […]](https://allamakeeswcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/weeds-36x36.png "Management of Weeds and Unwanted Trees and Shrubs")
Management of Weeds and Unwanted Trees and Shrubs
Posted on July 10, 2020 | No Comments
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Media & Publications
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![Commissioners may come from all walks of life; all you need is an interest in protecting our natural resources. If you are qualified to vote in a general election, you […]](https://allamakeeswcd.org/wp-content/themes/arras/images/thumbnail.png "Do you want to be an Allamakee SWCD Commissioner?")
Do you want to be an Allamakee SWCD Commissioner?
Posted on January 16, 2014 | No CommentsCommissioners may come from all walks of life; all you need is an interest in protecting our natural resources. If you are qualified to vote in a general election, you […] -
![If you own land that has expiring CRP, you’ll need to update your NRCS Conservation Plan. Please contact the NRCS office to tell us your planned crop rotation and tillage. […]](https://allamakeeswcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/crp1-115x115.png "Update Conservation Plans for Land Coming Out of CRP")
Update Conservation Plans for Land Coming Out of CRP
Posted on September 18, 2013 | No CommentsIf you own land that has expiring CRP, you’ll need to update your NRCS Conservation Plan. Please contact the NRCS office to tell us your planned crop rotation and tillage. […] -
Aerial Seeding Cover Crops
Posted on April 3, 2013 | No CommentsMore photos from the 2012 aerial seeding have been added! Check them out! -
Conservation Lease Project
Posted on January 9, 2013 | No CommentsThe goal of this project is to meet with both parties to discuss conservation options on the farm and to include conservation provisions as an addendum to a farm lease. -
![Reminder: New leases need to be signed before March 1, 2014. Is your farm lease thorough? Think about what your lease would look like for a rental house. Compare that […]](https://allamakeeswcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/Lease_article1-115x115.png "Conservation Lease Project: Is your farm lease thorough?")
Conservation Lease Project: Is your farm lease thorough?
Posted on January 2, 2013 | No CommentsReminder: New leases need to be signed before March 1, 2014. Is your farm lease thorough? Think about what your lease would look like for a rental house. Compare that […] -
New Project at the Allamakee SWCD Office
Posted on September 6, 2012 | No CommentsThe Allamakee SWCD is pleased to announce that the McKnight Foundation has accepted our application for a Conservation Lease Project. The District’s Conservation Lease Specialist, Sara Berges, will work with […] -
![Cover Crop Aerial Seeding Opportunity Adding cover crops to your farming operation can be a great way to reduce soil erosion, improve soil quality, and provide forage for livestock. […]](https://allamakeeswcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/aerial_cover_crop-115x115.jpg "Cover Crop Aerial Seeding Opportunity")
Cover Crop Aerial Seeding Opportunity
Posted on July 30, 2012 | No CommentsCover Crop Aerial Seeding Opportunity Adding cover crops to your farming operation can be a great way to reduce soil erosion, improve soil quality, and provide forage for livestock. […] -
View the new educational signs in the Waukon City Park!
Posted on July 27, 2012 | No CommentsTake a look at the new educational signs in the Waukon City Park. -
Conservation Education Day
Posted on May 4, 2012 | No CommentsConservation Education Day in Waukon Park May 3, 2012 -
![In this last year of the Indian Springs Project, we want to have more urban conservation practices installed. This is a unique watershed project because it has funding for both […]](https://allamakeeswcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/8.25.11-002-115x115.jpg "Last Year of Indian Springs Project")
Last Year of Indian Springs Project
Posted on March 16, 2012 | No CommentsIn this last year of the Indian Springs Project, we want to have more urban conservation practices installed. This is a unique watershed project because it has funding for both […]