July is recognized by the Irrigation Association (www.irrigation,org/IA) as smart irrigation month.  Are you prepared for hot weather and potentially reduced water availability?  Here are some tips…

Not sure what to do with downed trees or debris from fuels reduction on your property? Through an agreement with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF), Jackson SWCD now has a wood chipper available…

In large storm events like we've seen this winter, parts of Jackson County can become very vulnerable to the increased risk of flooding.

Finding out a septic system is failing can be costly for homeowners and small businesses. Starting September 28th, the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and regional nonprofit lender Craft3…

Did you know that in some parts of the Rogue Valley, drinking water from private wells has been found to contain high levels of nitrate? 

Watch: Agricultural Water Quality and YOU

Jackson SWCD helps to sponsor the Oregon Envirothon Competition held every year at the Oregon Gardens in Silverton. This hands-on science competition, gives high school students the opportunity to…

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