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Conservation Neighbor: Teresa Matteson

Teresa Matteson receives partner award from NRCS
May 12, 2017

By Heath Keirstead

For many, soil is one of the most underappreciated resources on our planet; but not so for Teresa Matteson, a passionate soil pioneer who knows we shouldn’t be treating our soil like dirt! Read more »

An Afternoon Dig for Duck Potato

Wapato tubers (c) H. Crosson
November 29, 2016

By Julia Waters

Wapato Harvesting for Planting at Collins Bay   On a dry day in late summer, … Read more »

Celebrating Marvin Gilmour – Farmer/Wetland Restorationist/Engineer Extraordinaire!

Marvin Gilmour examines wetland plants
November 28, 2016

By Melissa Lemein

All of us at Benton SWCD would like to say a big Thank You to … Read more »

Conservation Neighbor: Jeff Mitchell, Pax Produce

Jeff Mitchell holds grapes
November 2, 2015

By Jeff Mitchell

Every garden is a learning opportunity. I was fortunate to be able to teach hands-on … Read more »

Conservation Neighbor Leslie Van Allen and the Agrarian Way of Life

Leslie Van Allen holds winter squash
January 20, 2015

By Teresa Matteson

Leslie endures the farm’s challenges to bring the bounty of the Earth and good will to our community. Read more »

Providing for Pollinators: The Efforts of a Conservation Neighbor

sun log cookie © J. Paul
November 18, 2014

By Jerry Paul

Jerry Paul lends pollinators a helping hand and a whole lot of nesting options. Read more »

Conservation Neighbor: Mary Eichler

Eichler trees1
September 24, 2014

By Crystal Durbecq

Mary Eichler abides by a simple principle, “Do no harm.” She accomplishes this everyday by blending conservation principles with her livelihood. Read more »

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