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Shelterbelts :To establish field shelterbelts to act as a barrier to reduce and redirect wind, absorb excessive moisture, trap snow and remove carbon dioxide from the air. Rotational Grazing : To assist landowners in the development of a rotational grazing system on pastures to increase productivity and ensure sustainability of pastures. Benefits will include reduced run-off, increased infiltration, and a build up of organic matter. Forage in Rotation: In an effort to curtail soil erosion on lighter soils, WSRCD will encourage farmers to “burn off” the alfalfa and O-till an annual crop into it, thereby eliminating soil erosion. In the case of rough fields (pocket gopher mounds, etc.), a light tillage operation to level the field will be acceptable as long as substantial residue remains to provide protection from erosion. Problem Soils :The purpose of this program is to assist landowners in the establishment of forages on soils that may be unproductive under annual cereal cropping due to salinity, flooding and/or drought. Pipeline Plow : This service is provided to landowners within the WSRCD who want to bury plastic pipe (max. diameter 2”) up to 18” into the ground. See photos Dugout Filling : The District will provide a pump and pipe for the filling of dugouts. Abandoned Well Sealing : The Conservation District will provide all materials required for the proper filling and sealing of the abandoned well(s), arrange for the rental or contracting of any equipment necessary for excavation. We reserve the right to reasonable access to project site for the purpose of inspection, and for educational tours
. Grassed Waterway : To stabilize existing water channels and to encourage the establishment of grassed waterways to limit erosion and protect surface water quality
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Souris River Livestock Watering :The Conservation District will pay 100% of costs for projects such as fencing of dugouts and alternative watering systems to protect riparian areas along the Souris River. For information click here pdf document Livestock Watering :The Conservation District will pay 50% of producer’s costs up to $1,000.00 for projects such as fencing of dugouts, alternative watering systems, stream bank stabilization or the establishment of a buffer strip or alternative pasture to protect riparian areas.
Water Supply :The purpose of this program is to provide financial assistance to WSRCD residents developing a farm water supply by the development of a new well. . Shock Chlorination : The District will assist landowners with chlorination of your wells. Call us for more details. Remote Watering Demo : This service is provided to landowners to temporarily use a remote watering system in an effort to increase the number of systems within the conservation district. The program will help to improve livestock health and productivity and help to protect surface water.
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