2025 | American Farmland Trust
American Farmland Trust is partnering with farmers to test and showcase conservation practices that protect water quality and fish habitat. Through hands-on demonstrations and outreach—especially with women and minority farmers—the project aims to reduce sediment and nutrient runoff while building stronger, more resilient farming communities.
Read More2025 | Clean River Partners
Clean River Partners is expanding public fishing access and protecting trout habitat along the Little Cannon River in Minnesota. By securing conservation easements and supporting farmers with sustainable practices, the project reduces sediment runoff and strengthens long-term stream restoration.
Read More2025 | FFP Workshop – Monticello, IL
These hands-on workshops are all about bringing people together—farmers, landowners, and local partners—to learn from each other and take action. They create space for honest conversations, shared experiences, and practical planning, so both farms and fish can thrive side by side.
Read More2023| Conservation Drainage in Illinois
Conservation drainage practices have been a critical component of statewide efforts in Illinois.
Read More2023| Devils Creek Watershed
A stark difference between the upper and lower part of the watershed forces this group to think outside the box and pursue two major approaches.
Read More2023| Vermillion River Watershed
This unique project combines on-the-ground habitat restoration with landowner outreach and education to create tangible upland and in-stream habitat benefits.
Read More2023| Huzzah/Shoal Creeks Woodlands for Wildlife
Using conservation marketing, an innovative approach being used in this geography, to engage landowners willing to adopt agricultural BMPs (Best Management Practices).
Read More2023| Boone River Watershed
Leveraging state water quality initiative funds to increase Boone River Watershed oxbow restorations for Topeka Shiner and water quality.
Read More2024 | FFP Workshop – Galena, IL
Held in scenic Galena, Illinois, this workshop brought together watershed leaders, farmers, and conservationists for a transformative three-day experience. Through professional facilitation and immersive storytelling, participants explored regenerative agriculture, collaborative problem-solving, and the power of listening.
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