The Missouri Department of Natural Resources administers the policies and general programs developed by the Soil and Water Districts Commission, to assist farmers and landowners with soil and water conservation. The department provides partial reimbursement for 52 soil and water conservation cost-share practices through the soil and water conservation district offices. These funds are provided by the one-tenth-of-one-percent Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax. Learn more about how you can improve water quality by reducing sedimentation in rivers and streams.
Protecting Soil and Agricultural Lands
Educational tools focusing on stewardship practices and wise use of natural resources
Soil Health Testing
Soil characterization services for participates in the cover crop cost share program
Parks, Soils and Water Sales Tax
Funding passed by Missouri voters for soil and water conservation efforts
Soil and Water Conservation Districts
News, events and other information about soil and water conservation in your area