The District provides a custom service to producers with irrigation. This service will help you manage your water appropriation saving you time and money. The service is a tool to help you decide when and how much to irrigate which is important to conserve and protect our sensitive ground water aquifers. DOWNLOAD OUR IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT […] Learn More
Minnesota native grasses are well adapted to the soil type and environment in the area. They are well adapted and require less maintenance as they are able to develop deep root systems, choke out noxious weeds, provide long term erosion control, and creates wildlife habitat. Native grasses should not be planted using conventional drills because […] Learn More
Rent a no-till drill from Pope SWCD. The benefit of using a no-till system is that the soil is left undisturbed from harvest to planting except if there are any nutrient injections. The planting is accomplished by the drill creating a slot in the ground to place the seed. If weed control is need typically […] Learn More
Long lasting, year round protection for your garden & landscape. Proven effective for up to 6 months. Effective on deer, rabbits, and elk. Treat plants by spraying or dipping them in the solution. Needles and leaves may temporarily darken but color will return in 18-36 hours. Apply to plants above freezing temperature. Animals avoid the […] Learn More
Rainbarrels offer many benefits! • Provide clean water for outdoor uses • Conserve water and other natural resources • Decrease the chance or magnitude of flooding • Minimize the effects of drought • Decrease contributions to water pollution • Capture rainwater for watering your plants
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Our staff is available to work with you one on one and prepare a FREE tree site plan and evaluation. These plans are custom to your site and needs. We encourage you to call our office or contact us to set up an onsite visit to help design your site.
Learn More2024 Tree Order Form-Order early to ensure availability. or call 320-634-5327. The Pope Soil and Water Conservation District annually has trees available to county landowners. The trees are conservation grade trees and are available from the finest stock from the wholesale nurseries in the state. These trees are inexpensive and are available in a wide […] Learn More
Weed Barrier fabric can be custom installed for $0.60 per foot. This product will help improve growth of newly planted trees, retain moisture, and reduce weed competition. Click Here to Download Brochure for more information about the process of installing weed barrier fabric.
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