Soil and Water Outcomes Fund

On this #NationalAgDay, we're highlighting Jacob Faugstad, a Minnesota farmer using strip-tillage and cover crops to combat erosion and enhance soil health. With the support of the Soil and Water Outcomes Fund, Jacob is optimizing farm efficiency while protecting his land. Read his full spotlight article here: https://bit.ly/3FCEm2o . . #AgDay2025 #striptill #covercrops #conservation #erosion

There’s no better day to talk about planting green! This practice of seeding cash crops into a living cover crop builds soil health, suppresses weeds, and reduces herbicide costs. Learn key considerations for soil moisture, termination timing, nutrient management, and planter setup to ensure success in our latest blog article from SWOF Field Program Rep. Brandon Schmitz: https://bit.ly/4hDfTXW ?? #plantinggreen #covercrop #covercropmanagement #conservation #regenag #agtips

SWOF’s spring verification rolls on with?#fieldphotomadness?from Nebraska to Indiana! Cereal rye, wheat, and even crimson clover cover crops are working to build more resilient fields. Our enrolled farmers are also leading the way with reduced tillage, from strip-till to no-till, and we love showcasing their commitment to conservation! ? Where will the SWOF square go next? Follow along to find out! theoutcomesfund.com . . #SWOFsighting #covercrops #conservation #regenag #agriculture #soilhealth #waterquality #scope3 #mrv

Successful cover crop termination starts with careful planning—but adaptability is key! Even small adjustments in herbicide application and adjuvant selection can mean the difference between full control and partial termination. SWOF's Brogan Schanz shares lessons from the field and best practices to help farmers adapt to changing conditions. ?? Check out our latest blog article here: https://bit.ly/3DIcfht . . #TuesdayAgTips #agronomy #covercrops #fieldnotes #conservation #regenag

From picturesque sunrises to blizzard warnings, our first full week of field compliance checks delivered some wild 'spring' weather—true #FieldPhotoMadness. From Kansas to Kentucky, reduced tillage, cover crops, and other conservation practices are enriching fields for an exciting new year! Stay tuned for more #FieldPhotoMadness this spring! We're showcasing the hard work of our enrolled farmers each day in our Instagram and Facebook stories. . . #SWOFsighting #sustainableag #regenag #agriculture #soilhealth #waterquality #scope3 #mrv

With firsthand experience on the family farm, SWOF’s Clayton Sessions has a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of soil and water stewardship. Learn more about Clayton and how he works with farmers to navigate practice changes in a financially sustainable way. ?? https://bit.ly/4kuydVN . . #agriculture #conservation #reducedtillage #Illinois #soilhealth

?? Happy Friday! Today's #FridayFieldPhotos are no-till fields from Clinton County in southwest Ohio. Our field program rep. was met with promising skies as the clouds cleared during field verification yesterday. Spring is almost here! Join us in supporting farmers and building resilient supply chains. Find more info here: theoutcomesfund.com . . #fieldphotomadness #regenag #agriculture #soilhealth #waterquality #scope3 #mrv

Field verification has begun! Today we've got a wheat cover crop in no-till corn from Fayette County, IL as our first official photo of the season. Stay tuned! The SWOF square is on the move and we can't wait to showcase the awesome work of our 1,300+ enrolled farmers. Explore the benefits of on-farm conservation and learn how to get involved on our website >> www.theoutcomesfund.com. . . #fieldphotomadness #covercrop #notill #regenag #waterquality #scope3

We’re checking back in with Lillie Beringer, a young farmer whose dedication to conservation earned her the title of Iowa’s Conservation Woman of the Year! She has transformed her family's beef operation, Beringer Family Farms, by switching to no-till, adding cover crops for livestock grazing, and more! We caught up with Lillie before harvest to see her progress. Read her story here ?? https://bit.ly/3X5wLPw . . #Farmher #WomenInAg #farm4profit #conservation #covercrop #notill #livestock

Optimize soil health, maximize crop yields, and reduce costs with a well-designed nutrient management plan. SWOF Field Program Rep, Charlie Ebbesmeyer, explains how farmers can get started with soil sampling to create a plan that maximizes the economic return of nutrient resources while reducing runoff into waterways. Check out our latest blog ?? https://bit.ly/40UrcVr . . #nutrientmanagement #covercrops #soilhealth #conservation #regenag