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Est. 1948

Freeborn County 
Soil & Water
Conservation District

Our mission is to help landowners and farmers protect their soil and water resources for future generations.

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Strong Soil 
Starts Here

Shell Rock & Winnebago Watersheds 
2026 Cover Crop Application Period is Open Now!

Farmers in the Shell Rock or Winnebago watersheds that are interested in adding cover crops to their rotation in Freeborn County are encouraged to apply.

 

Already using cover crops? You’re still eligible to apply by trying something new or different!

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Applications due: June 3, 2026

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For questions contact the Freeborn SWCD at 507-373-5607 ext. 3 or stop into our office at 1400 West Main Street. Albert Lea, MN

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Regular Meeting

Thursday, May 14th, 2026

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8:30AM

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Freeborn SWCD Conference Room

1400 W. Main St.

Albert Lea, MN 56007

Regular board meetings are held every second Thursday of each month at 8:30 AM unless otherwise posted. 

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No-Till Drill Rental

Contact Mark at mark.trnka@mn.nacdnet.net

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