Stevens County Conservation District

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

🍂 **Office Closure Notice** 🍂

The USDA office will be closed on **Monday, October 12, 2026**, in observance of the federal holiday.

We will resume normal business hours on **Tuesday, October 13, at 8:00 AM.**

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope everyone enjoys a safe and wonderful long weekend! 🌻🌾

🌿 *Conserving natural resources for our future.

10/08/2026

A huge thank you to everyone who took part in our poster contest this year! The theme was "Soil. Where it all begins." 🌍🌱🎨

09/22/2026

🚜 National Farm Safety & Health Week | September 21–25, 2026 🌾

Farming is more than a job—it’s a way of life. This National Farm Safety & Health Week, we recognize the farmers, ranchers, families, and agricultural workers who keep our communities moving.

As harvest season gets underway, remember: taking a few extra minutes to work safely can make all the difference. Look out for yourself, your family, your crew, and your neighbors.

🌾 Stay alert. Stay prepared. Stay safe.

09/22/2026

National Farm Safety and Health Week is September 21-25, 2026.

Kansas farmers, ranchers, and agricultural workers put in long days caring for the land, livestock and communities we all depend on. This week is a reminder that protecting our agricultural resources also means protecting the people who steward them.

Take that extra moment. Work safely. Look out for one another.

09/18/2026

09/18/2026

Join the Tomorrow’s Water team to talk about restoring your playa!

Do you have questions about restoring a playa on your land? Stop by Saddle & Swoon in Goodland on September 22 and visit with Bernadette Mills, Playa & Water Conservation Outreach Specialist with Tomorrow’s Water and the Kansas Association of Conservation Districts.

Healthy playas benefit you, your operation, and future generations. Come learn how you can restore your playas at no cost, and discuss restoration planning options, available resources, and potential financial assistance.

Bring your questions. The coffee is on us!

Tuesday, September 22
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Saddle & Swoon Book Store (1218 Main Avenue, Goodland, KS)

No appointment or commitment necessary—just stop in and let’s talk playas!

Reach out to Bernadette Mills at [email protected] with any questions.

09/10/2026

🌱 **SOIL HEALTH PROJECT ALERT!** 🌱

The **Probing Our Country’s Soil Health** project is looking for farmers and landowners to participate in a nationwide soil-health study!

Participants will receive:

✅ A personalized soil-health report
✅ Approximately **$1,200 in laboratory testing per field at no cost**
✅ Compensation for your time
✅ A copy of the project’s final photo book

Participation includes a virtual management survey covering **2–3 fields**, followed by hand-probe soil sampling at **2–3 locations per field**. Fields must be at least **10 acres**, and landowners will be notified before the sampling team arrives.

🔒 Participant identities and precise field locations will remain protected.

Space is limited by state, so interested producers are encouraged to enroll early! See the attached flyer for enrollment information or contact **[[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])** with questions.

📞 You may also contact the Stevens County Conservation District at **620-269-7150** for additional information.

Help improve soil-health tools and recommendations for farmers across the country! 🌾

09/10/2026

🚨 **PROGRAM ALERT: ADM re:generations Wheat Program** 🌾

Enrollment is now open for the **2026 and 2027 Wheat Program!** Kansas producers may qualify for per-acre incentives for practices including:

🌱 Cover crops
🌾 Living roots/double cropping
💧 Nitrogen optimization
🚜 No-till or strip-till
✅ 4R nitrogen management

📅 **Enrollment deadline: October 2, 2026**

Learn more or enroll at **ADMregenerations.com**.

Questions? Contact the **Stevens County Conservation District** at **620-269-7150**. Please help us spread the word by sharing this post!