Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District

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Henry County Soil and Water Conservation District Henry County Soil & Water Conservation District was formed in 1939 and was the second District to be organized in Illinois.

Everyone is welcome to attend...
10/26/2026

Everyone is welcome to attend...

10/26/2026

The state is making $1.8 million available through the Local Food Infrastructure Grants program to help strengthen local food production and distribution. Funding can be used for equipment and infrastructure such as refrigerated vehicles, food storage, processing facilities, and community kitchens.

Applications open November 2, 2026, and close January 6, 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to begin the required pre-registration process now. For more information, visit: https://agr.illinois.gov/assistance/illinoisfarmprograms/lfig.html

Excellent read and thank you Kara Downin and Knox County Soil & Water Conservation District
10/24/2026

Excellent read and thank you Kara Downin and Knox County Soil & Water Conservation District

As a resource conservationist at the county Soil and Water Conservation District, Kara Downin’s goal and passion is to protect natural resources and support the agricultural community as she advises landowners about the resources and programs best suited to their needs.

10/21/2026

2027 George McKibben Memorial Scholarship Applications Are Open!

The Association of Illinois Soil and Water Conservation Districts (AISWCD) and the AISWCD Foundation are proud to offer the George McKibben Memorial Scholarship, supporting the next generation of agricultural and conservation leaders in Illinois.

This $1,500 scholarship honors the legacy of George McKibben, a University of Illinois agronomist whose pioneering work helped establish no-till farming as a successful and widely adopted conservation practice.

Who is eligible?

Illinois high school seniors planning to pursue an agriculture degree and current full-time agriculture students attending an eligible Illinois state university may apply. Applicants must have a minimum 3.2 GPA on a 4.0 scale or 4.0 on a 5.0 scale.

We are looking for students who demonstrate:
• Strong academic achievement
• A commitment to soil and water conservation
• Leadership and innovation potential
• Involvement in their school and community

- Scholarship Award: $1,500
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2027
- Completed applications should be submitted to [email protected]

Students may be nominated by their local Soil & Water Conservation District or self-nominate.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with Illinois students who are passionate about agriculture, conservation, and making a difference in their communities!

Just some information
10/15/2026

Just some information

10/13/2026
Today was pick up day for our Fall Fish Sale , with our fish coming from Herman Brothers Fisheries, Hanna City, Illinois
10/09/2026

Today was pick up day for our Fall Fish Sale , with our fish coming from Herman Brothers Fisheries, Hanna City, Illinois

REMINDER…. If you ordered fish from our fall sale the truck will be delivering here this Friday, October 9th at 10:00am....
10/05/2026

REMINDER…. If you ordered fish from our fall sale the truck will be delivering here this Friday, October 9th at 10:00am. inside the front gates at the Henry County Fairgrounds- so please enter from the North by the horse arena and take your place in line.
If you are getting a pond delivery they will head your way after they are done at the fairgrounds.
We thank you and appreciate everyone that ordered from us.

All are welcome to join us for our monthly meeting.
09/30/2026

All are welcome to join us for our monthly meeting.

Address

301 East North Street
Cambridge, IL
61238

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+13099375331

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