Howard County Soil & Water Conservation District

07/09/2026

06/17/2026

Before you pick those “pretty red berries”… here’s what you need to know.

Wineberry may look like a delicious foraging find, but it’s actually an invasive shrub that spreads aggressively into forests, field edges, and backyards across Indiana.

Wineberry forms dense thickets that crowd out native plants, reduce wildlife habitat, and make it harder for birds, pollinators, and small mammals to find the food and shelter they rely on. Once it gets established, it spreads aggressively and becomes difficult to remove.

The good news is that you don’t have to give up delicious homegrown berries to make a better choice for your yard. Indiana has several native berry‑producing shrubs that support wildlife, stay in balance with local ecosystems, and still give you that yummy summer harvest.

Make sure each species is native to your county by searching it here👉https://plants.sc.egov.usda.gov/

Small planting choices at home really do add up. Choosing native berry shrubs helps protect Indiana’s natural areas while giving you a healthier, more resilient landscape.

05/14/2026

05/04/2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED ON ELECTION DAY, MAY 5, 2026

05/04/2026

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04/30/2026

Spring HHW days are right around the corner! Mark you calendars!

04/30/2026

Our office will be closed today for staff professional development. Please call 765-456-2313 or email [email protected], and we will get back to you as soon as we can!

04/22/2026

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04/20/2026

Are you or someone you know part of a county agricultural organization?

ISDA is seeking delegates to vote in the District 4 State Fair Board election. Agricultural organizations must apply to ISDA by July 1 to be eligible to vote in the district election.

The following counties are in State Fair District 4: Decatur, Delaware, Fayette, Franklin, Hamilton, Hancock, Henry, Jay, Johnson, Madison, Randolph, Rush, Shelby, Tipton, Union, and Wayne.

Visit www.in.gov/isda/about/about-isda/state-fair/ to learn more about eligibility requirements and to access the application.