TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE • CONSERVATION • RESTORATION
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES • LAND MANAGEMENT • EDUCATION
What we do & HOW We Help
Across the U.S., nearly 3,000 Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) are engaged in their local community to wisely develop and conserve the renewable resources of the state. SWCDs coordinate assistance from Federal, State, Tribal, County, non-profit, and local sources to help landowners and land managers address a variety of natural resource issues.
Conservation of farmland, protection of natural spaces, water quality, sustainable development, protection of recreational spaces, and watershed enhancements are just a few of the things that SWCD’s technical assistance, education, and funding support. SWCDs are led by local people to deliver results in and around their communities.
Conservation of farmland, protection of natural spaces, water quality, sustainable development, protection of recreational spaces, and watershed enhancements are just a few of the things that SWCD’s technical assistance, education, and funding support. SWCDs are led by local people to deliver results in and around their communities.
Polk County newsCultivating is a quarterly publication of Polk SWCD and OSU Polk County Extension. Find practical information on farm and forest management, home and lifestyle choices, and on the many programs and services available through the Service and the District.
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uPCOMING eVENTSPolk SWCD is committed to providing a variety of educational events, projects, and workshops.
See what is coming up on the calendar and get involved! |
ResourcesPolk SWCD stays current on natural resource concerns in the county and shares resources with land stewards.
The concern taking center stage is the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). In Oregon, the establishment of the EAB could devastate whole habitat types and has the potential to cause the local extinction of Oregon’s native ash species. |
pROGRAMS & fUNDINGPolk SWCD facilitates grants and other funding coordinated with other agencies to accomplish habitat restoration, helping landowners protect important wetland, riparian, and oak savanna habitats. Learn about the main programs we currently have available!
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CONSERVATION News & ANNOUNCEMENTS
WINTER WILDLIFE FIELD DAYS IS COMING TO POLK COUNTY!
SPRING LIVESTOCK SERIES
URBAN STREAMS STEWARDSHIP SYMPOSIUM - 3/12
APPLY FOR FREE POLLINATOR HABITAT KITS
DAIRY PRODUCERS CAN ENROLL FOR 2024 DAIRY MARGIN COVERAGE
NATIONAL INVASIVE SPECIES AWARENESS WEEK
SPREAD THE WORD, NOT THE WEED! EVERGREEN BUGLOSS
INTRODUCTION TO FOREST MANAGEMENT PLANS WEBINAR SERIES + FIELD DAY
GRAND RONDE HIRING FOR WILDLAND FIREFIGHTERS
SUPPORT THE TRADITIONAL ECOLOGICAL INQUIRY PROGRAM
AMERICAN FARMLAND TRUST IS LOOKING FOR AN OREGON “SOIL HEALTH SUCCESSFUL” FARMER TO FEATURE IN A SOIL HEALTH CASE STUDY
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCERS HAVE UNTIL MARCH 15 TO ENROLL IN USDA’S KEY COMMODITY SAFETY NET PROGRAMS FOR THE 2024 CROP YEAR
SPRING LIVESTOCK SERIES
URBAN STREAMS STEWARDSHIP SYMPOSIUM - 3/12
APPLY FOR FREE POLLINATOR HABITAT KITS
DAIRY PRODUCERS CAN ENROLL FOR 2024 DAIRY MARGIN COVERAGE
NATIONAL INVASIVE SPECIES AWARENESS WEEK
SPREAD THE WORD, NOT THE WEED! EVERGREEN BUGLOSS
INTRODUCTION TO FOREST MANAGEMENT PLANS WEBINAR SERIES + FIELD DAY
GRAND RONDE HIRING FOR WILDLAND FIREFIGHTERS
SUPPORT THE TRADITIONAL ECOLOGICAL INQUIRY PROGRAM
AMERICAN FARMLAND TRUST IS LOOKING FOR AN OREGON “SOIL HEALTH SUCCESSFUL” FARMER TO FEATURE IN A SOIL HEALTH CASE STUDY
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCERS HAVE UNTIL MARCH 15 TO ENROLL IN USDA’S KEY COMMODITY SAFETY NET PROGRAMS FOR THE 2024 CROP YEAR