Saline County Conservation District

08/20/2026

Sign up deadline approaching! Contact Diana in the office if you're interested in this program.

Whether you’re just starting your cover crop journey or have been planting them for years, the 2026 enrollment period is something you won’t want to miss!

Not only will you earn $35 per acre, per year, on up to 2,000 cover crop acres, regardless of practice history, but you’ll also receive personalized assistance from your local state technical advisor each step of the way.

The Aug. 31 deadline is around the corner, so enroll today: FarmersforSoilHealth.com/uncover-earnings-through-cover-crops/

08/01/2026

Spent the evening at the Tri-Rivers Fair Family Fun night! The streambank trailer was a HIT!!

07/27/2026

All deserving of the award! Good luck to whoever gets to make the final decision!!

06/19/2026

04/29/2026

At the last education day of April! Its been a busy month for the stream bank trailer, but we're ready to present at Ellsworth County Conservation District 4th Grade field day!

04/24/2026

Spending the day at Lakewood Discovery Center with our stream bank trailer. Talking to 135 fourth graders about the parts of a stream, soil erosion and how important it is to protect our natural resources.

04/17/2026

It was a great afternoon to be at Rolling Hills Zoo talking about the water cycle. How does it work? What can we do to protect or water? Where all do we find water? Thanks to Nancy from Lincoln County Conservation District for the help and taking pictures today!

04/10/2026

Thanks Jason for being such a great leader in conservation! Proud to have you on our board in Saline County!!

🌾 Leadership in Conservation: Meet Commissioner Jason Kern
Please join us in welcoming Jason Kern, newly elected State Conservation Commissioner

Jason brings over 21 years of experience serving on the Saline County Conservation District Board of Supervisors, along with a strong background in farming and ranching in western Saline County. His operation includes an Angus-based cow/calf herd, diversified crop rotation, and a commitment to no-till and conservation-minded practices.

Driven by the belief to “leave it better than you found it,” Jason is passionate about stewardship, improving water quality, and building stronger relationships within the agricultural community. His dedication earned him recognition as a “Guardian of the Grasslands” in 2023 for his work removing invasive trees from native prairie.
Beyond his operation, Jason stays actively involved in agriculture through Farm Bureau, AFA, and local FFA support—helping shape the next generation of leaders.
We’re excited to see the knowledge and leadership Jason brings to the State Conservation Commission.

04/01/2026

Taking part in the Kansas Envirothon's first regional competition of 2026 at Red Rock Guest Ranch in Soldier, KS. Despite weather-related challenges, the committee has responded effectively.