How Conservation Districts Help
Your local conservation district is built around the needs of your land and your community.
And they can do more than most people realize.
Healthy soil,
productive land
Building and protecting the soil that keeps South Dakota's farms and communities thriving.
From cover crops and no-till practices to erosion control and grass seeding, your district helps keep soil healthy and productive - not just for farmers and ranchers, but for clean water, healthy food, and thriving communities across South Dakota
Trees, shrubs,
and native plants
Planting trees, shrubs, and native plants that protect the land and strengthen communities.
From shelterbelts on working farms to trees along city streets, your district helps plant the right cover in the right places - holding soil in place, cleaning the air, sheltering wildlife, and making neighborhoods better places to live.
Clean water
for everyone
Protecting the clean water that communities, wildlife, and farms rely on.
From improving water quality and protecting groundwater to reducing runoff that harms streams and drinking water, your district helps keep water clean, not just for the environment, but for the farms, ranches, and communities that depend on it
Funding, plans,
and partnerships
Connecting you with funding, programs, and a plan built around your goals.
Your district connects you with funding, grants, and cost-share programs, and creates a plan tailored to your specific goals. They'll also bring in the right local, state, and federal partners to make sure you have everything you need to get there.
Wildlife
and habitat
Helping South Dakota's wildlife thrive, from pollinator gardens to native grasslands and wetlands.
From native grasslands and wetlands to riparian areas and green spaces, your district helps restore the habitat that gives South Dakota's wildlife the cover, food, and water they need to thrive
Education
and outreach
Bringing conservation education to classrooms, communities, and people of all ages.
From classroom visits and field days to hands-on workshops, districts help people of all ages understand why natural resources matter and what they can do to protect them.
