Dickinson Soil & Water Conservation District

02/23/2026

We are currently in the middle of our annual tree sale. We will be taking orders until March 31, 2026. Please give us a call if there is anything you are looking for.

12/15/2025

https://cdiowa.org/get-involved/scholarships/
The Conservation Districts of Iowa (CDI), in partnership with local Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs), is proud to support the higher education goals of Iowa students who are passionate about conservation and agriculture.

High school seniors graduating in Iowa’s Class of 2026 who plan to pursue a program of study in any field related to conservation or agriculture are eligible to apply for the CDI Conservation Scholarship.
Don't miss this opportunity for help with college expenses. Apply online at the link above or print out the application and bring into the local USDA office here in Spirit Lake.

2026 Conservation Scholarships RULES Introduction The Conservation Districts of Iowa (CDI), in partnership with local Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs), is proud to support the higher education goals of Iowa students who are passionate about conservation and agriculture. High school seni...

12/15/2025

Ice conditions and safety on the Iowa Great Lakes

12/05/2025

12/02/2025

The signup period for the IDALS $5/acre Crop Insurance Discount Program (CIDP) is now open and accepting applications through Friday, January 23, 2026.

08/01/2025

Check out the Dickinson County Clean Water Alliance page to find out what is happening in our community.

http://vimeo.com/80518559  

07/20/2025

Dickinson County Soil & Water presented today at the Dickinson County fair for kids night. Thank you for your representation.

05/21/2025

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) is currently accepting cover crop cost-share applications through local Soil and Water Conservation District offices

05/21/2025

The USDA FSA is now accepting offers for both the General and Continuous CRP until June 6, 2025, for agricultural producers and landowners. If you are interested in converting your unproductive or marginal cropland to beneficial vegetative cover to improve water quality, prevent soil erosion, and support wildlife habitat, please contact your local FSA office.