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Kossuth SWCD is here to promote & educate land owners, producers and Kossuth County residents about soil and water conservation practices

10/16/2026

SWCD meeting to be held Monday October 19 @ 8am.

10/05/2026

10/03/2026

Planting trees at your home? Algona residents may apply for funds to support tree costs through the Residential Tree Program. Funds are available for up to 50% of the cost of two trees per year, up to $150 per tree.

Read more here: https://www.algonaiowa.gov/news/6443/funds-available-for-residential-fall-tree-planting

09/30/2026

Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Awards Presented to 33 Farm Families at the 2026 Iowa State Fair
Prestigious award recognizes Iowa farmers who are leaders in conservation, soil health and water quality
DES MOINES, Iowa (Aug. 19, 2026) - Gov. Kim Reynolds, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig and Iowa Department of Natural Resources Director Kayla Lyon today recognized 33 Iowa farm families with Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Awards during a ceremony at the 2026 Iowa State Fair.

The Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Award recognizes farmers and farm families who demonstrate outstanding voluntary efforts to improve and protect Iowa’s soil and water resources while also serving as leaders in their communities. This year’s recipients utilize a wide range of conservation practices, including cover crops, no-till and reduced tillage, nutrient management, grassed waterways, terraces, wetlands, saturated buffers, rotational grazing, prairie restoration and other proven practices that improve water quality, protect soil and strengthen the long-term productivity of Iowa’s farmland.

"The Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Awards show how important it is that growers are trusted and empowered to pursue stewardship practices that allow them to thrive,” said Gov. Reynolds. “The award winners we honor today are putting conservation at the center of everything they do. Congratulations to the 2026 recipients.”

“Generations of Iowa farmers have helped build and sustain our country and make it the exceptional nation it is today. This has been possible because of our rich natural resources and we all have a responsibility to protect them,” said Secretary Naig. “As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, these 33 farm families are carrying that proud tradition of stewardship forward. Through their leadership and conservation efforts, they are protecting our soil, improving water quality and leaving our land in better condition for future generations. These conservation-focused families represent the very best of Iowa agriculture.”

“We take great pride in honoring these leaders across our farming communities who put sound conservation at the forefront of their operations,” said Director Lyon. “Their commitment to conservation is paving the way for future generations and encouraging other farmers to follow their example.”

The 2026 recipients were selected by a committee representing conservation and agricultural organizations. Since the Iowa Farm Environmental Leader Award was created in 2012, 894 Iowa farm families have received the recognition.

As part of Iowa’s America250 celebration, each of this year’s recipients received a special America250 seal on their certificate and had their photo taken in front of an America250 backdrop.

Congratulations to ABS Farms LLC (Steve and Kathleen Struecker and Andy and Brittany Struecker) on this award.

09/15/2026

In this Community Story, take a behind-the-scenes look at the City of Algona's wastewater treatment plant and the team that is keeping operations flowing.

Read the full story here: https://www.algonaiowa.gov/news/6754/keeping-wastewater-treatment-plant-operations-flowing

09/02/2026

Today at the Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig announced record cover crop cost-share signup, nearly tripling cover crop acres in the Greater Des Moines Watershed. Farmers in these priority counties have enrolled nearly 300,000 acres of cover crops in state cost-share programs this fall, which will help reduce nutrient loss and improve water quality in the Des Moines and Raccoon Rivers.

Farmers and landowners can still apply for cover crop cost-share through your local USDA Service Center until Sept. 9 at 4:30pm/CST. Find your local office at costshare.iowaagriculture.gov/districts.

08/26/2026

Be part of a great team as the Director of Kossuth County Conservation Board. KCCB is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to serve as its next Director. Kossuth County is Iowa's largest county. KCCB operates 3 campgrounds, an outstanding Nature Center overlooking Smith Lake, and we manage 31 different areas encompassing over 2,200 acres of land for wildlife and recreation.
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08/18/2026

Read about becoming a SWCD Commissioner below!

Become a Soil and Water Conservation District Commissioner (CLICK HERE) …and have a positive impact on Iowa’s land and people. Leadership is needed for soil and water conservation now more than ever! Commissioners are the first to receive updates on policy and programs impacting conservation and...

08/05/2026

Check out the Water Rocks Conservation Trailer at the Kossuth County Fair 4-7pm today (Wednesday).

Address

605 E. State St
Algona, IA
50511

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15152955156

Website

https://cdiowa.org/, https://www.kossuthsoilandwater.com/

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