We provide technical assistance, as well as cost share funding for several
conservation practices. To apply for assistance, call or stop by the
office, or apply on line.
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Grassed Waterways
Shaping and seeding a natural drainageway to prevent gullies from
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Terraces
Earthen embankments around a hillside that stop water flow and store
it or guide it safely off a field.
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Water and Sediment Control Basins
Short earthen dams built across a drainageway; used where terraces
are impractical. usually part of a terrace system. |
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Grade Stabilization Structure
Structures use to prevent or control gully erosion in areas of
concentrated water flow.
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Tree Plantings
Establishing trees in areas adapted to woodlands. |
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Windbreaks
Rows of trees and shrubs that protect areas from wind and provide
food and cover for wildlife.
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Pasture and Hayland Planting
Establishing grass or legume for pasture or harvesting hay. |
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Planned grazing systems
Using grassland efficiently, considering food, water, and herd size.
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Filter Strips
Bands of grass or trees that filter runoff and other contaminants
before they reach water bodies or sources. |
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Contour Buffer Strips
Bands of grass in a contoured field, similar to stripcropping.
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Residue Management
Protecting the soil from erosion by limiting tillage to leave last
year's crop residue on the soil surface. includes no-till, mulch
till, and ridge till. |
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MARSHALL SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
