News

August 28, 2018 by Aaron Larsen

Fergus Falls, Minn. – The West Otter Tail Soil and Water Conservation District (or BWSR or NRCS) is proud to congratulate Aaron Larsen, Project Manager for successfully completing a one-year leadership development program sponsored by the Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (MASWCD). 

July 23, 2018 by Aaron Larsen

Starting with a 2.8-acre filter strip in 2009, Loreli Westby continued down the conservation path of her late father. The Westbys’ most recent work through West Otter Tail SWCD will restore a wetland, provide more wildlife benefits.

July 20, 2017 by Admin

LOCAL FARMERS HONORED FOR CONSERVATION EFFORTS

July 20, 2016 by Admin

The end of harvest means the beginning of work to implement Minnesota's new buffer law, and Minnesota farmers remain divided over the initiative.

December 20, 2015 by Admin

The West and East Otter Tail Soil and Water Conservation Districts were honored as top conservation districts statewide earlier last weekend by two Minnesota organizations.