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Des Moines SWCD protects and conserves the natural resources of Des Moines County through available programs and educational activities.

10/27/2026

From The Vault-Can you name these Soil Conservation poster winners from our February 22, 2008 issue?

10/15/2026

Des Moines County Soil & Water Conservation District is VERY thankful for all of the landowners and producers in Des Moines County! Below is a snapshot of the conservation work they completed from July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026 with state cost share assistance. This does not include the work our awesome farmers did on their own or with other assistance. Please take time to thank a producer and/or landowner today for taking care of the land!

09/28/2026

FREE MEAL FOR AREA FARMERS OCTOBER 6

Practical Farmers of Iowa (PFI) is holding a Harvest Dinner Meal Pick-Up in Burlington, IA. Farmers, their families and anyone else helping on farm with harvest are invited to come pick up a free meal on October 6th from 4-7 p.m. at ADM Burlington, north of the office in the parking area.

Please sign up for a meal at this link:

09/23/2026

Wait for Dropping Soil Temps Before Fall Applying Fertilizer

Soil and water conservationists with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Iowa State University and the Iowa Department of Agriculture are recommending farmers wait until soil temperatures are at least 50°F and falling before applying manure and anhydrous ammonia this fall.
State Climatologist Dr. Justin Glisan has flagged that a very strong El Niño is shaping up in the Pacific Ocean, which historically means warmer and generally wetter fall weather throughout Iowa creating less-than-ideal conditions this harvest season.
These guidelines are recommended by conservationists every fall as a best practice as warmer soils can increase nitrogen mineralization, leading to leaching. Because of the warmer weather predicted for this fall, the date when Iowa fields reach 50°F and falling could be 10-15 days later than usual. For example, central Iowa typically hits 50°F on about Nov. 10, but it could be closer to the week of Thanksgiving this year.
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach has issued the following guidance: Fifty and Falling: What the Super El Niño Means for Anhydrous Ammonia and Manure Timing this Fall.
Some key takeaways:
• Monitor soil temperatures rather than calendar dates.
• Use nitrification inhibitors with ammonia and manure nitrogen sources.
• Consider planting a cover crop, particularly on fields going to soybeans.
• If manure is applied early, it should be on a field with a cover crop that can reduce nitrate losses to waterways.
• Warm soils can increase nitrogen mineralization. Use precision tools, like fall N soil sampling and N-FACT, to inform and optimize application rates.

08/22/2026

Join us for our Fall Field Day!

Field day topics include:
- Research Farm and Growing Season Updates
- Long-term productivity and nitrate-nitrogen loss from corn and
prairie bio-energy cropping systems
- Miscanthus Production in Iowa: Agronomy, Emerging Markets, & Science at ISU
- Forage Opportunities with Cover Crops

Open to the public at no cost, and no pre-registration. This field day is supported by ISU Extension and Outreach,
ISU Research Farms, and the Southeast Iowa Agricultural Research Association. Certified Crop Advisers can earn 1.5 Crop Management and 0.5 Soil and Water Management CEUs.

08/19/2026

First place winners in the annual poster contest sponsored by the Des Moines SWCD were:

Division 1 - Isabella Linares, Notre Dame Elementary
Division 2 - Millie George, Notre Dame Elementary
Division 3 - Felyx Etka, Notre Dame Elementary
Division 4 - Ava Davis, Mediapolis School

The theme this year was "Soil Where it All Begins".

08/14/2026

The phone lines aren't working at the office. Please use these numbers: NRCS - 319-237-3978 FSA - 319-237-3979

Send a message to learn more

07/30/2026

Heading to the Des Moines County Fair? Check out the SWCD/Big Hollow booth and say hi to Tom! Fun freebies too!

07/29/2026

The NRCS/SWCD office is hiring a State Technician 1. Click the link for details. Position closes 8/9.

Thank you for your interest in job opportunities with the State of Iowa. You can now apply online by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link. If there is no "Apply" link, please see the job description for instructions on how to apply.

07/13/2026

Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig today announced four additional urban water quality projects in Cedar Falls, Des Moines, Riverside and West Burlington. This announcement builds on two previous rounds of urban water quality projects announced in May and June. IDALS has invested more than $2.63 million through the 12 urban projects funded in 2026, leveraging more than $5.05 million in partner contributions for a total investment exceeding $7.68 million in urban conservation projects. These practices help capture and treat runoff, reduce flooding risks, improve infiltration, and protect downstream waterways while also enhancing wildlife habitat, expanding recreational opportunities, and improving quality of life in communities across Iowa.

Address

3625 Flint Ridge Drive
Burlington, IA
52601

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	7:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	7:30am - 4:30pm

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+13197536221

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