In each Tune Up Newsletter, we profile one team member, partner, or other SWOF affiliate to better understand their contribution to the program. In this edition, we’re spotlighting Katina Hanson, Acting Senior Advisor for Climate-Smart Commodities at USDA.

The concept of additionality is frequently utilized to best measure the effectiveness of agricultural conservation initiatives and their environmental impact. The Soil and Water Outcomes Fund considers additionality on a field-by-field basis to help farmers both begin and expand their efforts.

Katie Nelson grew up on a diverse farm in northwest North Dakota and joined the SWOF team in October of 2023. We invite you to learn more about Katie and how she leverages her expertise in crop science and plant pathology to guide farmers in sustainable practices through her work at SWOF.

One critical aspect of regenerative farming is the management of tillage. While essential for weed control and soil preparation, tillage can have adverse effects on soil structure and water retention. Delve into the strategies for reducing tillage intensity on your farm, promoting long-term soil health and productivity.

Meet Trent Brass, a farmer enrolled in the Soil and Water Outcomes Fund from northern Illinois. Trent farms with his brother, Tom, and father, Robert. They’ve been enrolled with SWOF since June 2022 and utilize cover crops and no-till on their operation.

Meet Tom Adam, a farmer enrolled in the Soil and Water Outcomes Fund from southeast Iowa. Tom’s family has farmed their land in Keokuk County, Iowa since 1852. He has been enrolled with SWOF since May 2021 and utilizes cover crops, no-till, and an extended crop rotation on his operation.

In each Tune Up Newsletter, we profile one team member, partner, or other SWOF affiliate to better understand their contribution to the program. In this edition, we’re spotlighting Vaughn Duitsman, Director of Sustainability at Bartlett.

As one of our enrolled farmers and referral partners, Travis Milne has experienced the positive effects of prioritizing soil health and conservation practices firsthand. This approach has led to increased profitability on his own land and that of his customers. Learn how SWOF's simple, farmer-centered approach appealed to this dedicated steward of the land in this month’s SWOF Spotlight.

Milne-Dinsdale Seed, LLC aims to empower farmers to optimize their operations. Hear more about their work from co-owner Erin Marlow and why she recommends SWOF to her clients in our latest SWOF Referral Partner Spotlight.

the Soil and Water Outcomes Fund (SWOF) would like to highlight the work of the Bailey Family Farm in northwest Missouri. BJ Bailey started farming in 1977. He farms with his brother, Bert, and son, Bret. They have a corn and bean rotation and a cow calf operation.