Three Rivers SWCD

10/12/2026

Happy National Farmers Day!

Three Rivers SWCD thanks our local farmers for their hard work and dedication to agriculture and conservation.

We appreciate all you do!

10/09/2026

Office Closure Notice

Three Rivers Soil & Water Conservation District office will be closed Monday, October 12, in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day and Columbus Day.

We will reopen at our regular business hours on Tuesday, October 13.

Thank you, and we hope you have a safe holiday!

09/22/2026

The deadline to apply for our Wildlife Food Plot Competition is almost here!

Students ages 9–12 (Junior Division) and 13–18 (Senior Division) in Essex, King & Queen, and King William counties are invited to participate.

Applications are due September 30, 2026.

Visit trswcd.org/wildlife-food-plot-competition/ for more information and applications, or contact Anne Davis at [email protected] or (804) 443-4027.

Get your application in and join this year’s competition!

Three Rivers Soil and Water Conservation District

09/21/2026

National Farm Safety and Health Week: September 21–25, 2026

Farming is a tough job that comes with both great rewards and serious risks. This week, Three Rivers SWCD is recognizing National Farm Safety and Health Week and encouraging everyone to slow down, stay alert, and put safety first.

This year’s theme, “Safety Today, Success Tomorrow,” was selected by the National Education Center for Agricultural Safety (NECAS) and highlights the importance of making safety a priority every day.

Find more farm safety and health resources at: https://www.necasag.org/nationalfarmsafetyandhealthweek/

09/17/2026

Last week, our Education and Outreach Coordinator, Grace, visited King and Queen Central High School to lead soil lessons with Ms. Gentry’s middle and high school art classes.

Students learned about the history of soil conservation, why Soil and Water Conservation Districts were created, and the important role soil plays in conservation. They also had the chance to use paints made with real soils to create their own posters for the 2026 National Association of Conservation Districts Poster Contest, themed “Soil. Where It All Begins.”

Interested in participating in this year’s contest? Reach out to Grace at [email protected] or call our office at (804) 443-4027.

09/10/2026

Our technical staff attended the 2026 Soybean Field Day at the Eastern Virginia Agricultural Research & Extension Center in Warsaw for the 2026 Soybean Field Day.

The program covered soybean production, research, and management, along with a season update and market outlook.

Thanks to everyone who put together a great field day!

09/03/2026

Office Closure Notice

The Three Rivers Soil & Water Conservation District office will be closed on Friday, September 4, 2026, and Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day.

We will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th, during regular business hours.

09/01/2026

Applications are now open for the Youth Conservation Leadership Institute!

YCLI is a year-long program for students in 9th–12th grade that provides hands-on conservation experiences and opportunities to get involved in their communities. Students have the opportunity to participate in conservation projects and volunteer service throughout the year.

Interested in learning more or applying? Find more information using the QR code on the flyer, or contact Grace Daughtrey at [email protected].

08/27/2026

We had a great time yesterday at the Essex Corn and Soybean Field Day at Brandon Farms with Essex County Virginia Cooperative Extension!

The evening included a look at the on-farm corn hybrid plots, along with updates on current corn and soybean research. Farmers and ag professionals were able to walk through the plots and see the different hybrids being grown.

08/24/2026

Teachers in Essex, King William, and King & Queen Counties, apply for funding for your classroom project!

Three Rivers SWCD is now accepting applications for our Teacher Mini Grant Program.

Teacher Mini Grants provide funding for creative, conservation-focused projects that help students learn about natural resources, soil health, and water quality.

Application deadline: September 11, 2026

Learn more: https://www.trswcd.org/trswcd-teacher-mini-grants/