All Producer-Led Groups Funded Since 2016
Includes project summaries and links to their websites and facebook pages
Inactive groups:
Collaborator: Hill Country Watershed Alliance
Region: Driftless
Vision statement: Foster locally led conservation by engaging farmers, businesses, and community members to identify and address local natural resource challenges in the Bad Axe Watershed.
Mission statement: Demonstrate and implement best practices that improve the water quality of the Bad Axe Watershed, reduce flooding, reduce soil erosion and nutrient losses, and help farmers be profitable.
Contact: Travis Klinkner, (608) 633-1981
Travis.klinkner@gmail.com
Website:badaxewatershed.com
Collaborator: Dane County Land & Water Conservation, UW Extension, Upper Sugar River Watershed Association
Region: Southwest
Vision statement: Promoting a healthy quality of life and sustaining rural economies and environment, while having fun.
Mission statement: Giving farmers the space, confidence, and support to experiment with new livestock and cropping systems.
Contact: Marie Raboin, (608) 630-3325
Raboin.marie@countyofdane.com
YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWUvzmJmfyCO2cS7KYzMfbw?app=desktop
Collaborator: Trempealeau County Land Conservation & Pheasants Forever
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: It's the Buffalo Trempealeau Farmer Network's (BTFN) vision that current and future generations of farmers are able to produce agriculture commodities that promote the long-term sustainability of the land.
Mission statement: The Buffalo Trempealeau Farmer Network is dedicated to encouraging farmers to evaluate their farming systems and implement management practices that reduce the potential for nutrient and soil loss, improve water quality and infiltration, and increase long term sustainability.
Contact: Haillie Passow, (715) 538-1917
Haillie.passow@co.trempealeau.wi.us
YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC10V9aDgIuLjIsssDouPJwQ
Collaborator: Calumet County Land and Water Conservation Department, Farmers for Sustainable Food
Region: Northeast
Vision statement: Calumet County Ag Stewardship Alliance is a nonprofit group of innovative farmers, committed community members, and other professional partners dedicated to championing sustainable farming practices that protect and improve water quality and healthy soil.
Mission statement: Striving to protect and improve soil health and water quality for our community. Through baseline testing of groundwater, we measure progress in protecting and improving drinking water for our neighbors and our families. We hold field days to empower other farmers to try innovative farming practices that will result in continuous improvement in environmental stewardship. We work to bridge the gap in understanding between farmers and other residents through community outreach.
Contact: John VandenBoom, (920) 418-5193
John.vandenboom@holsumdairies.com
Website:https://calumetcounty.org/978/Calumet-County-Ag-Stewardship-Alliance
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/CalumetCountyAgStewardshipAlliance/
Collaborator: Washington County Land and Water Conservation Division
Region: Southeast
Vision statement: Increase the number of acres and farmers protecting their soils, while preventing nutrients from entering Cedar Creek/Milwaukee River.
Mission statement: Improving Land for Cleaner Waters
Contact: Stephanie Egner, (262) 335-4804
stephanie.egner@washcowisco.gov
Website: http://www.cedarcreekfarmers.com/
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/CedarCreekFarmers/
Collaborator: Wisconsin Wetlands Association, UW-Extension, Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association
Region: North Central
Vision statement: CWFC is a partnership between agricultural producers in Wisconsin's Central Sands region, along with the Wisconsin Potato and Vegetable Growers Association (WPVGA), UW-Extension, and other stakeholders. We envision a healthy and productive working landscape in Wisconsin's Central Sands region, achieved through coordinated actions that enhance natural resource quality while simultaneously creating social and economic opportunities for farmers and communities.
Mission statement: The CWFC mission is to support landscape-scale, producer-led, land and water conservation practices in Wisconsin's Central Sands region. We seek to promote innovative stewardship practices that benefit the watershed, the landscape, and the land managers themselves, through collaborative partnerships, meaningful incentive structures, farm-to-farm education programs, and other strategic actions.
Contact: Tamas Houlihan, (715) 623-7683
THoulihan@wisconsinpotatoes.com
Collaborator: WI Farmers Union, Chippewa County Land Conservation & Forest Management Department
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: Growing a better Chippewa Valley on the land and in the water
Mission statement: Implementing farming practices for more profits and cleaner water
Contact: Ilisa Ailts, (715) 220-7412
ilisaailts@gmail.com
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/ChipValleyWatershed/
Collaborator: Vernon County Land & Water Conservation Department, Norskedalen Nature & Heritage Center, Valley Stewardship Network
Region: Driftless
Vision statement: A watershed nurtured, cherished, and flourishing.
Mission statement: To continue the historic legacy of conservation leadership through improving and restoring our soil, water, and air as stewards of the Coon Creek Watershed.
Contact: Maggie Traastad, (608) 790-6042
Kevin-maggie@mwt.net
Website:https://cooncreekwatershed.org/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/cooncreekwatershed/
Collaborator: Dodge County Land & Water Conservation Department, Farmers for Sustainable Food
Region: Southeast
Vision statement: N/A
Mission statement: Improving our community's soil and water through conservation practices and education.
Contact: Tony Peirick, (920) 390-0583
Peirick0583@gmail.com
Website:https://dodgecountyfarmers.com/front-page/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/DodgeCoFarmersHealthySoilWater/
Youtube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@dodgecountyfarmersforhealt1552
Collaborator: Wisconsin Farmers Union, St Croix County Land & Water Conservation Department
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: Create a community of farmers within our watershed who profitably farm while minimizing loss of nutrients to surface and groundwater. Expand farmer ethic so that more prioritize soil health for the economic and environmental sustainability of their farms and fields.
Mission statement: Help farmers within the watershed adopt more best management practices to increase nutrient uptake efficiency, reduce erosion, and improve soil health through education, trials, and cost-sharing.
Contact: Tara Daun, (715) 492-0329
tdaun@wisconsinfarmersunion.com
Website:https://farmerledwatershed.org/dry-run-watershed/
Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/farmerledwatershed
Collaborator: Marathon County Conservation, Planning & Zoning Department
Region: North Central
Vision statement: A watershed characterized by clean water, healthy soils, and profitable farms.
Mission statement: Integrating resilience into the natural resources, community, and economy of the Eau Pleine Watershed.
Contact: Kirstie Heidenreich, (715) 261-6006
Kirstie.heidenreich@co.marathon.wi.us
Website:https://www.eaupleinepartnership.com
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/eaupleinepartnership/
Collaborator: Tall Pines Conservancy, City of Oconomowoc
Region: Southeast
Vision statement: Farmers for Lake Country (FFLC) is a farmer-led group managed by the Oconomowoc Watershed Protection Program (OWPP) and Tall Pines Conservancy (TPC) to assist farmers with adopting best management practices regarding surface water/groundwater quality and soil health through engagement in conservation cost-share programs.
Mission statement: Provide expertise and guidance for the farming community in the Oconomowoc River Watershed and adjacent watersheds to protect water quality and soil health for the long term.
Contact: Susan Buchanan, (262) 369-0500
Susanb@tallpinesconservancy.org
Website:
https://farmersforlakecountry.org/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/FarmersForLakeCountry/
Collaborator: Upper Sugar River Watershed Association, UW Extension
Region: Southwest
Vision statement: Farmers for the Upper Sugar River (FUSR) will serve as the educational outlet for farmers in our watershed, pursue research opportunities, and provide ways for farmers to come together and discuss agriculture. This group will also facilitate financial and technical support to farmers who wish to implement new and innovative ways to better their own operation while benefiting the natural environment. Through these core values, FUSR will be known as an advocate for both farmers and the watershed.
Mission statement: Ensuring the future of agriculture by being responsible stewards of the land and water quality in the Upper Sugar River Watershed
Contact: Wade Moder, (920) 850-6902
wade@uppersugar.org
Website:https://uppersugar.org/Farmers_for_the_Upper_Sugar_River
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/UpperSugar/
Collaborator: Wisconsin Farmers Union, Portage County Land and Water Conservation Division, UW Extension
Region: North Central
Vision statement: Our Vision is to make the Tomorrow River watershed better for Tomorrow and beyond
Mission statement: To make farmers sustainable environmentally and financially with better practices.
Contact: Matt Hintz, (920) 728-1303
hintz1@hotmail.com
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/FarmersForTomorrow
Collaborator: Portage County Land and Water Conservation Department, UW-Extension
Region: North Central
Vision statement: Farmer Led Innovation and Public Education.
Mission statement: To be stewards of environmental sustainability for our land and water in our watershed.
Contact: John Eron, (715) 498-5222
eronag@hotmail.com
Website:https://fmcwcorg.wordpress.com/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/FarmersOfMillCreek/
Collaborator: Barron County Soil and Water Conservation Department
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: A soil health and/or conservation practice on every farm in Barron County
Mission statement: Design, teach, and implement soil health and water quality farm practices for farmers in Barron County
Contact: Logan Dwyer, (715) 651-9803
dwyer2011@hotmail.com
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/people/Farmers-of-Barron-County-Watersheds/100092727669913/
Collaborator: Juneau County Land & Water Resources Department, Guardians of Lake Decorah
Region: North Central
Vision statement: The Farmers of the Lemonweir Valley face a wide range of challenges given the landscape setting of the Lemonweir River in Juneau County. The headwaters of the river start in the bluffs of the driftless area that historically have sedimentation and phosphorus loss concerns and flow into the valley that is characterized by the sandy soils and nitrogen issues. These landscape challenges coupled with the extent of this watershed and unique farming systems within, make for a producer-led watershed program that will benefit through collaboration and innovation.
Mission statement: Demonstrating conservation through soil health and innovation
Contact: Bill Powers, (608) 547-9118
billyboy82@hotmail.com
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/people/Farmers-of-the-Lemonweir-Valley/100076975767527/
Collaborator: Petenwell & Castle Rock Stewards, UW Extension, McCain Foods
Region: North Central
Vision statement: Our vision is a productive, resilient landscape where balance between natural resources and agricultural producers is met through the utilization of research and sound science. We strive to create a reality where local communities can experience sustainable economic viability and maintain a sense of collaboration among producers and consumers through intentional partnerships and mutual education.
Mission statement: The Farmers of the Roche-A-Cri are dedicated to building a local body of knowledge regarding the state of our natural resources through watershed-scale and on-farm research. We will embrace partnerships with local communities and strive to provide a welcoming educational environment to communicate soil and water management practices. We commit to being stewards of our land and water, and demonstrate to the public that farmers are conservation leaders.
Contact: Heather Gayton, (920) 698-1958
Gayton.heather@yahoo.com
Website:https://www.farmersoftherocheacri.org/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/farmersoftherocheacri/
Collaborator: Green County Land and Water Conservation Department
Region: Southwest
Vision statement: Soil erosion should be a rare event and farmers will strive to do what it takes to avoid discharging polluted runoff in order to have a healthy river to fish and recreate in along with safe drinking water, all while keeping the land profitable and sustainable for future generations.
Mission statement: A producer-led watershed group that shares and learns from other farmers to be profitable, protect and increase soil functions, and improve water quality in the watershed. We strive to teach each other, as local farmers, how to make conservation systems work on their farms to be part of the solution for cleaner waters and sustainable farms.
Contact: Tonya Gratz, (608) 325-4195
Tonya.Gratz@wi.nacdnet.net
Website:
https://greencountylwcd.com/farmers-of-the-sugar-river/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/groups/765050397372652
Collaborator: Rock County Land Conservation Department
Region: Southeast
Vision statement: Farmers and friends of agriculture utilizing technology and efficient production practices to improve our water quality and environment for future generations.
Mission statement: Farmers on the Rock is a farmer-led, nonprofit organization focused on using innovative production strategies with a focus on sustainable production practices that improve water quality and environmental sustainability. Through education, collaboration, and demonstrations we will share ideas that offer increased efficiency and sustainable production practices. As farmers we aim to be good stewards of the land and preserve our resources to provide a productive landscape for future generations to utilize.
Contact: Willie Hughes, (608) 359-1800
whildenvi@gmail.com
Website:https://www.farmersontherock.com/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/people/Farmers-on-the-Rock-Inc/100077340507167/
Collaborator: Pepin County Land Conservation Department, UW Extension
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: Healthy soil, healthy farm, health community, healthy environment
Mission statement: Learn, labor, and lead toward our vision
Contact: Tom Brenner, (715) 495-2124
farmondairytom@gmail.com
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/farmers4
Collaborator: Rusk County Land Conservation and Development Department
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: Farmers working together to enhance our community environment
Mission statement: To foster collaboration and idea sharing among local farmers and conservation leaders to maintain and enhance water quality in the Flambeau Valley.
Contact: Brady Zuck, (715) 415-9131
Brady_zuck@diamondv.com
Collaborator: Fond du Lac County Land and Water Conservation Department, Town of Calumet Runoff Reduction Committee
Region: Northeast
Vision statement: The purpose of the FDL County Watershed Alliance (FCWA) is to assist agricultural farmers in the education and implementation of soil conservation practices to prevent runoff and educate the public on those same practices.
Mission statement: The initial work of FCWA will focus on three main areas of interest: runoff reduction, soil conservation, and nutrient management. The FCWA is not limited to those areas and may work on other projects as well.
Contact: Bruce Peterson, (920) 948-4088
bpeterson7817@gmail.com
Collaborator: Green County Land and Water Conservation Department
Region: Southwest
Vision statement: We believe in building a better environment for future generations and giving farmers confidence to go outside their comfort zone to try new practices and understand what is best for their soil.
Mission statement: This producer-led group will work together to create data that proves the benefits of soil fertility and create lasting partnerships throughout the community.
Contact: Tess Wallner, (608) 558-8839
Anastasia.wallner@usda.gov
Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/people/Green-County-Clean-Waters/100082996375974/
Collaborator: Dunn County Land and Water Conservation Division
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: A healthy network of local farmers communicating and learning from one another on how to improve their farms to minimize erosion and nutrient loss while maintaining or expanding economic stability of local farms.
Mission statement: Bring farmers together to talk through erosion and nutrient concerns on their farms.
Contact: Tina Barone, (715) 231-6533
tbarone@co.dunn.wi.us
Website:https://farmerledwatershed.org/hay-river-watershed/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/farmerledwatershed
Collaborator: Polk County Land and Water Resources Department
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: The council has not adopted an official vision statement.
Mission statement: The Horse Creek Area Watershed Council is a voluntary, producer-led environmental management program. Our mission is to inspire producers to adopt best management practices dedicated to protecting water quality and improving soil health.
Contact: Eric Wojchik, (715) 485-8644
eric.wojchik@polkcountywi.gov
Website:https://farmerledwatershed.org/horse-creek-watershed/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/farmerledwatershed
Collaborator: Michael Fields Agricultural Institute
Region: Southwest
Vision statement: Uplands does not have a formal vision statement.
Mission statement: Our group members have chosen the following as our Statement of Purpose, which functions as a mission statement: The group's purposes are to provide mutual support and exchange information about farming practice strategies that improve nutrient management, protect water quality, retain soil, and improve soil quality on farmland in the watershed.
Contact: Joe Stapleton, (608) 574-8118
jpstapleton1960@gmail.com
Website:https://www.uplandswatershedgroup.com/
Collaborator: Jefferson County Land and Water Conservation Department
Region: Southeast
Vision statement: To inspire farmers to keep soil in place, nutrients in the fields, and waters clean.
Mission statement: To enhance water quality and natural resources through education, collaboration, and improved farming practices.
Contact: Sam Peterson, (920) 674-7112
speterson@jeffersoncountywi.gov
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/jeffersoncountysoilbuilders/
Collaborator: Kenosha County Office of Planning and Development-Land & Water Conservation, Glacierland Resource Conservation & Development Council, Root-Pike Watershed Initiative Network
Region: Southeast
Vision statement: We are a group of farmers working together to improve our community, water, natural resources, and farms through increasing awareness of, and transition to, regenerative methods and rotational grazing.
Mission statement: Our mission is to improve Kenosha County water and soil quality through profitable regenerative farming techniques that support the local market.
Contact: Dave Giordano, (262) 883-4018
dave@rootpikewin.org
Website:https://www.kenoshaproducers.org/
Collaborator: Farmers for Sustainable Food, The Nature Conservancy
Region: Southwest
Vision statement: A community where farmers and friends of agriculture work together to protect and improve our water quality and environment.
Mission statement: Lafayette Ag Stewardship Alliance is a farmer-led, nonprofit organization committed to faithful and sustainable stewardship of our natural resources. Through innovation and collaboration, we identify, share, and promote conservation practices that demonstrate continuous improvement and preserve and enhance the quality of life in our community.
Contact: Jim Winn, (608) 778-3271
jwinn.cottonwood@gmail.com
Website:https://lafayetteagstewardship.org/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/LafayetteAgStewardshipAlliance/
Collaborator: Columbia County Land and Water Conservation Department, UW Extension
Region: Southwest
Vision statement: The Lake Wisconsin Farmer Watershed Council is working together to help farmers adopt improved practices that protect and improve surface and groundwater quality while developing a continuous living cover for the watershed landscape. They wish to work with and encourage farmers in the Lake Wisconsin area to learn and adopt new methods of reducing soil erosion and increasing water infiltration on the land they manage and accomplish this by maintaining or improving farm profitability. People who live, work, and play in the Lake Wisconsin area will all benefit from having high quality surface and groundwater.
Mission statement: The Lake Wisconsin Farmer Watershed Council is a community of famers and partners that share a common goal of reducing soil runoff and improving surface water and groundwater quality in the Lake Wisconsin Area. They accomplish this through following farming best practices which reduce runoff, improve infiltration, improve soil health, and follow 590-compliant nutrient management plans for their farming operations.
Contact: Kurt Calkins, (608) 742-9670
Kurt.Calkins@columbiacountywi.gov
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/people/Lake-Wisconsin-Farmer-Watershed-Council/61551094528961/
Collaborator: Ozaukee County Land and Water Management Department
Region: Southeast
Vision statement: Achieve healthy soils to improve water quality and sustain agricultural production
Mission statement: Demonstrating a path to cleaner waters and improved soil health
Contact: Sarah Kempen, (414) 628-1092
skempen@ozaukeecounty.gov
Website:https://www.cleanfarmfamilies.com/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/cleanfarmfamilies
Collaborator: Winnebago County Land and Water Conservation Department
Region: Northeast
Vision statement: Our vision is to create a community between the public and the producers focusing on the importance of water quality while still maintaining sustainable and profitable agricultural operations.
Mission statement: The Muddy Bottom Farmers will work to improve water quality and soil structure through the implementation of soil health principles and conservation practices, along with providing outreach and education to farmers and the general public.
Contact: Emily Dufeck, (920) 232-1957
edufeck@winnebagocountywi.gov
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/people/Muddy-Bottom-Farmers/61550478832409/
Collaborator: Farmers for Sustainable Food, The Nature Conservancy
Region: Northeast
Vision statement: Clean, safe water and a thriving agricultural community together on the Door-Kewaunee Peninsula.
Mission statement: As farmers and caretakers of the environment, we are committed to protecting, nurturing, and sustaining our precious soil, water, and air. To foster environmental stewardship, we will promote practices with measurable outcomes that secure and enrich the future of our shared community.
Contact: Duane Ducat, (920) 493-0457
duanedducat@deerrundairy.com
Website:https://peninsulapridefarmsinc.org/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/PeninsulaPrideFarms
Collaborator: Juneau County Land and Water Resources Department
Region: Southwest
Vision statement: The Producers of the Lake Redstone Watershed are working towards the goal of improving the water quality and soil health within the watershed.
Mission statement: Our producer-led group is using on farm research and innovative practices to improve conservation in and out of the watershed.
Contact: Brian Daugs, (608) 847-0157
briandaugs@gmail.com
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/people/Producers-of-the-Lake-Redstone-Watershed/100057120833210/
Collaborator: Dunn County Land and Water Conservation Division
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: To improve surface and groundwater quality through the promotion of soil health practices, conduct demonstrations and research to test new equipment/methods, host educational events, and do community outreach to communicate about the group to agricultural producers as well as the community in general.
Mission statement: Reduce phosphorous and nitrogen loading to the Red Cedar River and decrease nitrates in groundwater by promoting soil health practices.
Contact: Tina Barone, (715) 231-6533
tbarone@co.dunn.wi.us
Website: https://dunncountywi.gov/?SEC={78511A11-F514-414A-A8B7-A6451B2F9687}
Collaborator: Glacierland Resource Conservation & Development Council
Region: Southeast
Vision statement: Create abundance while enhancing our environment for future generations
Mission statement: To enhance the ecosystem services for current and future residents of the Rock River Basin by improving soil and water health through implementation of best regenerative agricultural practices.
Contact: Kirsten Jurcek, (920) 342-9504
kirsten@glacierlandrcd.org
Website:
https://www.regenerativegraziers.com/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/groups/2981251638782034/
https://www.facebook.com/people/Rock-River-Regenerative-Graziers/100088191756656/
Collaborator: Hill Country Watershed Alliance
Region: Driftless
Vision statement: Foster locally led conservation through engaging farmers, businesses, and the community to identify and address local natural resource challenges in the Rush Creek Watershed.
Mission statement: To demonstrate and implement the best practices that improve Rush Creek; by improving water quality, upland soil erosion, and stream bank erosion while supporting farm sustainability.
Contact: Chad Erickson, (920) 595-0012
Ericksonfarmrepairllc@gmail.com
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/people/Rush-Creek-Watershed-Conservation-Council/100090358352822/
Collaborator: Sauk County Land Resources and Environment Department, UW Extension
Region: Southwest
Vision statement: Healthy soils, clean waters, and thriving rural communities supported by resilient family farms.
Mission statement: Improving soil health and water quality through regenerative agricultural practices and education to build resilient family farms and thriving rural communities.
Contact: Roger Bindl, (608) 588-5301
rogerbindl@yahoo.com or the general contact email:
sswig.wi@gmail.com
Website:https://www.sswig.org/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/SaukSoilWaterImprovementGroup
Collaborator: Manitowoc County Soil & Water Conservation Department
Region: Northeast
Vision statement: Our surface and groundwater and our land will be cared for by all so that all may cherish our environment
Mission statement: Farmers and our neighbors will employ practices that not just sustain but improve our surface and groundwater for future generations and protect our natural environment that we leave it in better condition than when we first interacted with it.
Contact: Michael Slattery, (920) 412-4669
w_michael_slattery@hotmail.com
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/people/Seven-Rivers-Soil-Cooperative-Inc/61556829475756/
Collaborator: The Nature Conservancy, Farmers for Sustainable Food
Region: Northeast
Vision statement: Test conservation practices and share information with farmers to improve soil health and reduce runoff
Mission statement: The Sheboygan River Progressive Farmers (SRPF) is an alliance of farmers dedicated to enhancing farm, land, and water resources in the Sheboygan River basin. They desire to test and use the best management practices available to build better soils, enhance agricultural production, and minimize environmental impacts.
Contact: Brody Stapel, (920) 946-2410
brodystapel@gmail.com
Website:https://srpfarmers.com/index.php
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/srpfarmer
Collaborator: Washburn County Land and Water Conservation Department, Wisconsin Farmers Union
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: N/A
Mission statement: Working as a non-profit organization to improve soil health and water quality through outreach, education, and conservation practices that improve sustainable agriculture.
Contact: Brent Edlin, (715) 468-4654
bedlin@co.washburn.wi.us
Website:https://washburn.extension.wisc.edu/natural-resources/shell-lake-yellow-river-farmer-led-watershed-council/
Collaborator: Pierce County Land Conservation Department, Wisconsin Farmers Union
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: Create a community of farmers within our watershed who profitably farm while minimizing loss of nutrients to surface and groundwater. An expanded ethic of farmers who prioritize soil health for the economic and environmental sustainability of their farms and fields.
Mission statement: Improve water quality in the Rocky Branch & South Fork watersheds by reducing phosphorous and sediment loading through farmer and landowner adoption of conservation practices including erosion control, nutrient management, and soil health practices.
Contact: Dan Sitz, (715) 273-6763
Dan.sitz@co.pierce.wi.us
Website:https://farmerledwatershed.org/south-kinnickinnic-watershed/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/farmerledwatershed
Collaborator: Hill Country Watershed Alliance
Region: Driftless
Vision statement: Foster locally led conservation through engaging farmers and community members to identify and resolve local natural resource challenges in the Tainter Creek Watershed
Mission statement: Demonstrate and implement the best practices to improve the Tainter Creek
Contact: Jesse Blum, (608) 370-1864
Blumjesse8@gmail.com
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/people/Tainter-Creek-Farmer-led-Watershed-Council/100091858694173/
Collaborator: Racine County Land & Water Conservation
Region: Southeast
Vision statement: Healthy soil is sustainable agriculture
Mission statement: Establish growing conservation knowledge to improve land and water quality
Contact: Chad Sampson, (262) 886-8440
Chad.sampson@racinecounty.com
Website:https://www.wpcracinecounty.org/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/WPCRacineCounty/
Collaborator: Farmers for Sustainable Food, The Nature Conservancy
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: WWCC farmer members are committed to being stewards of the land and water in our care.
Mission statement: We use research, collaboration, and financial resources to promote best farming practices that keep soil healthy and water clean.
Contact: Todd Doornink, (715) 760-0216 todd@jondefarm.com
Website:
https://westernwisconservation.org/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/westernwisconservation
Collaborator: Farmers for Sustainable Food, The Nature Conservancy
Region: Southwest
Vision statement: To balance water quality improvement with farm sustainability and profitability
Mission statement: Yahara Pride Farms is a farmer-led, not-for-profit organization working to improve soil and water quality. We strive to advance new ideas and technology that balance water quality improvements with farm sustainability and profitability.
Contact: Jeff Endres, (608) 279-8991
Jeff.endres@yaharapridefarms.org
Website:https://www.yaharapridefarms.org/
Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/YaharaPrideFarms/
Inactive groups:
Collaborator: Buffalo County Land Conservation Department, UW Extension
Region: Northwest
Vision statement: Improving water quality, soil health, agricultural productivity, and profitability through the adoption of integrated conservation farming practices
Mission statement: Building and strengthening our agricultural community partnerships through enhanced farmer collaboration, education, and support; implementing conservation farming practices modeled after local successes that reduce soil erosion, increase nutrient retention and maintain or improve agricultural productivity, resiliency and profitability
Collaborator: Lafayette County Land Conservation & Planning and Zoning Department
Region: Southwest
Vision statement: Pecatonica Pride will work to bring watershed stakeholders together to learn and share with one another.
Mission statement: A collaboration of community groups, farmers, fishers, landowners and river lovers pulling together to improve and promote the East Pecatonica River and its trout streams between Blanchardville and South Wayne, Wisconsin