Conservation INsight
January 22, 2020
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Last Chance to Share Your Two Cents!
2020 Annual Conference
of Indiana SWCDs - Evaluation
If you attended this year's Annual Conference at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown, please let us know about your expereience. Click on the link below and take our 5-10 minute survey. We appreciate the feedback!
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Indiana SWCDs Honor Lisa Holscher
(Indiana Prairie Farmer article,
Tom J Bechman,
Jan 15, 2020)
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Lisa Holscher may not be a name you recognize. But if you’ve attended any soil and water conservation field days about no-till and cover crops over the past several years, odds are good she had a hand in helping with the program, even if it was just providing advice. Holscher, Petersburg, Ind., usually works behind the scenes as executive director of the Conservation Cropping Systems Initiative. Formed a few years ago, it’s responsible for helping Indiana farmers interested in no-till and soil health network and learn from each other statewide.
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FOR DISTRICTS: 2020 SWCD Legislative Training on January 27
Deadline to sign up is Friday, January 24
One-day training for all Indiana Soil and Water Conservation District STAFF and SUPERVISORS. Presentations and hands-on training with Cress Hizer, Indiana Association of Soil & Water Conservation Districts (IASWCD) Lobbyist and Joe Schmees, IASWCD, Executive Director. The afternoon will feature a trip to the Indiana Statehouse, to include a full tour and a group discussion with a current Indiana legislator.
Monday, January 27
9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Indiana Farm Bureau
225 S. East Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Halls C & D - 1st floor
(Lunch on your own.
Cafeteria provided in the IFB building.)
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Forestry Notes
FN is a monthly publication produced by NACD in collaboration with the USDA Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters. Each edition includes prime examples of district-led forestry projects and partnerships focused on finding and implementing solutions to modern forestry challenges.
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IDEA and the New Region Directors, 2020
The Indiana District Employees Association was established in 1985 by a handful of SWCD staff from around the state who believed in the “IDEA” of empowerment, team work and opportunities for staff. They shared a common vision of “
A network of professional conservationists who, by sharing their expertise and skills, provide quality service to all customers.”
Today I.D.E.A is 146 members strong and growing. View the new Region Directors map below.
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USDA NRCS Chief Increasing Staff to Meet Growing Demand
(Hoosier Ag Today,
By
Eric Pfeiffer
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The head of USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service was in Indiana Monday. NRCS Chief Matt Lohr was in Indianapolis at the Indiana Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts annual meeting. He spoke to a crowded ballroom of county and state SWCD representatives thanking them for their partnership.“We’re a big federal agency; 9,000 employees in 2,500 offices across the country, but we can’t do it alone. It takes the partnership with our conservation districts and certainly our producers and other groups all working together. So, the theme of my presentation today was really preaching that collaboration and partnership. There’s a lot of opportunities. We’ve accomplished a lot, but there’s a lot more that we can do if we if we stay focused on the why behind we do conservation for that next generation and how we can all come together as partners to collaborate and bring resources together.”
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Indiana NRCS - Advancing Conservation Through Partnerships
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Webinar Series: Growing Your Farm Team
To help farm teams grow their operation, Purdue Extension Succession Planning Team will host the Growing Your Farm Team webinar series in 2020. The webinar series will focus on defining your dream, financing your dream, and making your dream a reality. This three-night series will take place on February 4, March 5, and March 16 at 6:30 pm EST. These hour-long webinars will be live and will give participants a chance to ask questions.
The cost to participate in this webinar series is $50 for the first 4 family members and $10 for each additional member. Registration is required in advance for this webinar series. Individuals need to register with the Purdue Extension Kosciusko County Office at 574-372-2340.
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2020 Midwest Women in Agriculture Conference
February 19th & 20th
Courtyard Muncie at
Horizon Convention Center
601 South High Street
Muncie, IN 47305
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Farm Women are Decision Makers – Annie’s Project Prepares Them Well
3 Separate Courses Starting Soon in Indiana
Annie’s Project is a six-week course that is a discussion-based workshop bringing women together to learn from experts in production, financial management, human resources, marketing and the legal field. There's plenty of time for questions, sharing, reacting and connecting with presenters and fellow participants. It's a relaxed, fun and dynamic way to learn, grow and meet other farm women.
Whether new or experienced, understanding the five areas of agricultural risk, knowing how to analyze agricultural spreadsheets and other necessary skills are vital. Learning them in a friendly environment where questions and discussion are welcomed, allow the learning process to flourish.
- Annie's Project in Daviess Co. - Starts on February 19, 2020
- Registration information can be found here
- Annie's Project in Hendricks Co. & Putnam Co. - Starts on February 25, 2020
- Registration information can be found here
- Annie's Project in Whitley Co. - Starts on March 9, 2020
- Registration information can be found here
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Board of Director Training
February 20
9 am to 4 pm
Indiana Farm Bureau Bldg, 225 S. East Street, Indianapolis IN 46202
Now is the time to gain new ideas and refine your ability to increase your effectiveness to serve in board leadership roles. Your service matters and your effectiveness in board service makes a difference.
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Riverscape's Winter Luncheon: Healthy Rivers Initiative 10-Year Celebration
January 30
11 am
Click on and view invitation for more details.
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Knox County SWCD,
2019 District Showcase Award video
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Job Postings
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Current list of Conservation Job Opportunities now posted on the
IASWCD website.
- SWCD District Coordinator, Pike County SWCD
- Program Coordinator, Montgomery County SWCD
Note: Job Postings can be submitted to Amy Work at:
amy-work@iaswcd.org .
Please include job description and deadline to apply in a single PDF file or with a link.
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Upcoming Conservation Events
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February 8-13 - NACD Annual Conference, Las Vegas
February 17 - President's Day
March 26 - CISMA Conference
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