Minnesota farmer Jacob Faugstad shares how strip-tillage and cover crops are helping him tackle erosion from both water and wind while improving soil health and farm efficiency. Learn how the Soil and Water Outcomes Fund is supporting his conservation efforts with financial incentives and agronomic support.

Optimize soil health, maximize crop yields, and reduce costs with a well-designed nutrient management plan. Learn how to get started with soil sampling and create your plan to maximize the economic return of nutrient resources while reducing runoff into waterways.

Maintaining well-organized records at the field level is required of SWOF participants to ensure contract compliance and help in the event of an audit or request for proof of practice implementation. Find data management options and tips here.

Learn how to engage your landlord in conservation practices that boost long-term land productivity. Discover tips for building a shared plan and the benefits of programs like the Soil and Water Outcomes Fund (SWOF).

Explore 12 cover crops being grown by SWOF farmers to enhance soil health and reduce erosion, while improving farm profitability and sustainability. Learn how these crops can benefit your operation.

Farmers are balancing a lot—from rising input costs and labor shortages to increasing weather variability. Minimizing tillage not only benefits the soil and the environment but also brings economic advantages that can contribute to a farm's profitability.