Our Stories

Everyone has a role to play in caring for the watershed, and we invite you to read our stories, get inspired by our champions, and help us connect with others who are passionate about this vital cause.

Ava McQuain Ava McQuain

Rooted in Resilience

Kernza® and Winter Camelina are two continuous living crop (CLC) systems transforming sustainable farming in Minnesota. These crops improve soil health, water quality, and biodiversity, offering practical solutions for resilient agriculture.

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Ava McQuain Ava McQuain

From Soil to Stream

The blog discusses the importance of healthy soil in the Cannon River Watershed, highlighting its role in supporting ecosystems, filtering water, and storing carbon. Healthy soil boosts plant growth and mitigates pollution, while degraded soil threatens water quality.

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Mark Legvold Mark Legvold

October is Planting Season

As fall approaches, environmentally-minded farmers are transitioning to planting small grains and cover crops instead of tilling the soil. This practice benefits soil and water health, carbon sequestration, and weed suppression.

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