Jefferson County Conservation District

10/15/2026

🌱 A First for Jefferson County Conservation District! 🌱

The Jefferson County Conservation District proudly held its first-ever Speech Contest, featuring an outstanding group of students from the Jeff West High School FFA Chapter!

We were excited to hear these students share their knowledge, ideas, and passion while developing valuable public speaking and leadership skills. Investing in our youth is an investment in the future of conservation and agriculture in Jefferson County.

🏆 Congratulations to our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners, who each received a scholarship in recognition of their hard work and accomplishments!

Pictured with the contestants are District Manager Cheli Helm and Dr. Marcia Harmelink, DVM, presenting the scholarships. We were also pleased to have Marlene Seifert with FSA and Erin Bolinger join us for this special event.

A huge thank-you to the Jeff West FFA Chapter, the students who participated, and everyone who helped make this inaugural contest a success. We are proud of these students and look forward to seeing what they accomplish in the future!

🌾 Growing leaders. Supporting agriculture. Conserving our natural resources.

10/12/2026

What goes into harvest season for Kansas farmers? https://share.google/YscBCXHAIaTAkhdq6
LaVell Welp Winsor does a fantastic job in this interview! LaVell is the wife of Andy Winsor, vice chairman for the Jefferson County Conservation District. Take the time and watch this interview! 🚜

GRANTVILLE (KSNT) – Harvest season is underway across northeast Kansas as farmers work to bring in crops they have spent months growing. For local farmer LaVell Winsor, the process takes prep…

10/12/2026

The Jefferson County Conservation District along with the Natural Resources Conservation Service and Farm Service Agency in Oskaloosa will be closed Monday, October 12 in observance of Columbus Day.
We will return to regular business hours Tuesday, October 13.

09/05/2026

The Jefferson County Conservation District along with the Natural Resources Conservation Service and Farm Service Agency will be closed Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. The offices will resume normal business hours Tuesday, September 8.
Have a safe and fun Labor Day Weekend!! 🇺🇸

09/02/2026

The Jefferson & Leavenworth County Conservation Districts held a Grazing Management Workahop Friday evening. Thanks to Colonial Acres, First State Bank Tonganoxie, Ross Mosteller KSU Extension Meadowlark District, Cage Brecker with Gallagher and Oakley Creek Catering for a successful event! Also thank you to the producers and landowners who attended!! If you have any interest in programs call District Managers Cheli Helm or Megan Hollander at 785.863.2221 ext 3.

08/26/2026

It's not to late....RSVP by calling Cheli or Megan at 785.863.2221 ext 3!!

Don't miss out on this free event...dinner included!!
Call Cheli Helm or Megan Hollander at 785.863.2221 ext 3 to RSVP no later than August 26. Seating is limited.

See you there!!

08/13/2026

Don't miss out on this free event...dinner included!!
Call Cheli Helm or Megan Hollander at 785.863.2221 ext 3 to RSVP no later than August 26. Seating is limited.

See you there!!

08/11/2026

Call District Managers Cheli Helm or Megan Hollander to RSVP to this FREE Event! Dinner will be provided thanks to Damon New, First State Bank!
Call the office by August 26 to make sure we have a proper count for meals. 785.863.2221 ext 3
See you there!!

08/10/2026

Call Cheli Helm or Megan Hollander at 785.863.2221 ext 3 to RSVP. Dinner will be provided. Thank you to Damon New, First State Bank for sponsoring!!

The Jefferson County Conservation District offers a variety of benefits. Cost-Share Sign up, Buffers, Great Plains Drill Rental, Seed Orders, Forage Testing and much more.

07/30/2026

Call Cheli Helm at 785.863.2221 ext 3 to RSVP!

The Jefferson County Conservation District offers a variety of benefits. Cost-Share Sign up, Buffers, Great Plains Drill Rental, Seed Orders, Forage Testing and much more.