Our mission is to conserve, protect, and enhance our resources for current and future generations by providing information and assistance to landowners, operators, and residents of Madison County.
Public Meetings & Events: Join Us!
Upcoming SWCD Board Meetings
Regular Monthly Meeting:
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.
Location to be confirmed pending duration of federal government shutdown
Meetings are open to the public.
To register or to request accommodations, please contact the office 48 hours in advance.
News & Announcements:
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2025 Conservation Award presented to Weeks Family Farm
Over the years, the Madison County Soil & Water Conservationist District (SWCD) has recognized hundreds of individuals and families that have done outstanding work to conserve our natural resources and embody what it means to be a steward of the land. This year, the Madison County SWCD commissioners presented the 2025 Conservation Award to Weeks … Read more
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Visit Madison SWCD’s Booth at County Fair
The Madison County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) invites fairgoers to stop by their booth in the Farm Bureau building during the 2025 Madison County Fair. Since 2015, the Madison County Farm Bureau has shared their space with Madison SWCD, which will be staffing a booth Wednesday through Saturday. This year, visitors can learn … Read more
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Highlights from Soil Health Field Day on June 23
For National Soil Health Day on June 23, 2025, the Madison County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) organized a Soil Health Field Day at McLaughlin Farms in rural Cumming, Iowa. Dennis McLaughlin, a 5 th generation farmer on his family’s farm that was established in 1854, hosted the field day. The farm operation includes … Read more
