Northeast Iowa RC&D

12/03/2025

Mallory Hanson, Regional Tourism and Economic Development Coordinator and Director for Visit Fayette County and the Turkey River Recreational Corridor got a shout out today! Check it out: https://econdevshow.com/economic-development-and-developers-in-the-news-223/

08/13/2025

Northeast Iowa RC&D staffer, Ross Evelsizer, presented on a panel with Rod Marlatt and American Flood Coalition's Matt Rowland at the Midwest Legislative Conference in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on July 29th. Along with the Iowa Flood Center and the American Flood Coalition, RC&D is learning how transforming our agricultural lands through regenerative agriculture can mitigate flooding as well as benefit farmers. Read more below:

Agriculture is the backbone of rural America and a lifeline that feeds the world. With one in five Americans living in rural areas and nearly half the country’s land used for farming, farmers and other agricultural producers make important decisions every day that shape the health and resilience o...

07/17/2025

Northeast Iowa RC&D has worked for decades with farmers, soil scientists, and communities across Northeast Iowa to develop farming strategies, field practices, and agricultural markets that can make farming better for our waterways, soil health, and farmers’ bottom lines. Natural Resource Projects Director, Ross Evelsizer, was recently on Morning Edition to discuss how the innovative practice of relay intercropping generates revenue, protects soil, and reduces flooding.

This effort is an exciting partnership with the American Flood Coalition, the Iowa Flood Center, IIHR - Hydroscience and Engineering, Iowa State University, and the Iowa Soybean Association.

Extreme rainfall and flooding are becoming more common across much of the U.S. In Iowa, some farmers are experimenting with something called relay intercropping to keep more rainfall in the fields.

05/21/2025

It's Great Give Day! Help support our work to make Northeast Iowa even more amazing! https://www.greatgiveday.org/donate/RCD

03/25/2025

02/06/2025

Rod Marlatt (River Bluffs Scenic Byway Experience), Mallory Hanson (Visit Fayette County, Turkey River Recreational Corridor), and Gerry Schnepf *not pictured* (Byways of Iowa Foundation) were at the capitol yesterday to speak on behalf of HF 130, a bill introduced by Representative Michael Bergan, that establishes a scenic byways enhancement fund and provides for voluntary contributions to the fund. The contributions will support projects and grant match that will enhance our scenic byway attractions and road safety.

Thank you to members of the House Transportation Subcommittee for supporting this bill!

09/30/2024

We've been so lucky to work with the Motor Mill Foundation and Clayton County Conservation over the past few years developing a variety of new and innovative interpretive materials at Motor Mill Historic Site!

Laura looks forward to welcoming you to the Motor Mill Historic District today between noon-5pm, and she'll encourage you to take a closer look at this display for the newest 3D structure that was installed Tuesday!

09/04/2024

More amazing work from our partners at the Iowa Flood Center This is a critical tool for flood mitigation across the state!

06/18/2024

Reminder: Head to Olin Hall at Luther College tonight at 5:30 to view and provide feedback on potential mitigation alternatives for Upper and Lower Dams!

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The public is invited to an informational session related to potential mitigation alternatives for the Upper and Lower Dams on the Upper Iowa River. Project partners will present potential mitigation alternatives, as well as the results of studies conducted throughout the planning process. There will be time reserved for audience questions. Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity to view and comment on the various proposals

Tuesday, June 18
5:30-7:00 pm
Room 102, Olin Hall
Luther College, Decorah

Mitigation of the Upper and Lower Dams is being explored under a plan developed by the Iowa DNR in 2010 to respond to the state’s aging low head dam infrastructure. The plan prioritizes local interests and concerns while striving to reduce dam-related hazards and balance ecological, recreational, navigational, and economic benefits.

Additional information on the project can be found at www.northeastiowarcd.org/upperlowerdams.

06/05/2024

Attention Upper Iowa River Users!

The public is invited to an informational session related to potential mitigation alternatives for the Upper and Lower Dams on the Upper Iowa River. Project partners will present potential mitigation alternatives, as well as the results of studies conducted throughout the planning process. There will be time reserved for audience questions. Following the presentation, there will be an opportunity to view and comment on the various proposals

Tuesday, June 18
5:30-7:00 pm
Room 102, Olin Hall
Luther College, Decorah

Mitigation of the Upper and Lower Dams is being explored under a plan developed by the Iowa DNR in 2010 to respond to the state’s aging low head dam infrastructure. The plan prioritizes local interests and concerns while striving to reduce dam-related hazards and balance ecological, recreational, navigational, and economic benefits.

Additional information on the project can be found at www.northeastiowarcd.org/upperlowerdams.

04/10/2024

🐖🐂 Embrace the taste of freedom and quality with our Pasture-Raised Livestock! 🌱🐓 Join us as we learn about the Rooted Box from Project Rooted on a farm tour with the O'Connell Brothers.

Link: https://youtu.be/pBnaoNS0PMs?si=tJr3mISSyTXbkJ9m

Come with us to see pigs, chickens, cattle and other farm animals at the O'Connell Organic Acres located in Durango, IA!https://oconnellorganicacres.comhttps...