The State Cost-Share Program was created to provide funds to Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) for the implementation of conservation practices that protect and improve water quality by controlling soil erosion and reducing sedimentation.

Through the State Cost-Share Program, landowners can request financial and technical assistance from their local SWCD for the implementation of BWSR-approved conservation practices. This program provides up to 75 percent of the total eligible costs of a practice. 

The Marshall SWCD has cost share available with a priority on field windbreaks.  If an individual is applying for state cost share, we do ask that the site be prepared prior to planting to insure the best survival rate possible.  The SWCD also will cost share for side water inlet projects.

If you are interested in a field windbreak, please contact the office for more information.