Conservation Achievement Award

Each year, North Dakota soil conservation districts recognize local producers for their conservation efforts at the Achievement Banquet at the annual meeting and state convention of the North Dakota Association of Soil Conservation Districts.  Winners are chosen based on the exemplary conservation practices implemented on their land.

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David and Sue Swanson farm in north-central Foster County.  They use practices including reduced tillage, conservation crop rotation, cover crops, nutrient management, precision spraying, and conservation tree planting to improve their operation and care for their land.  Dave is also active on local boards and served two terms on the ND Corn Council.  He says he was leery of no-till before trying it but has learned that it’s a question of the right crop on the right field. 

 

In acknowledgement, David and Sue received personalized jackets and a copy of their farm aerial photo from the District.  They accepted a plaque from the North Dakota Association of Soil Conservaton Districts during the state meeting on December 3rd.

 

Congratulations to the Swansons for their efforts toward conservation and better stewardship of the land, which have earned them the Foster County Conservation Achievement Award for 2025.