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We steward Madison County’s environment, helping conserve soil, water and related resources by connecting the public with available technical, financial and educational tools. With your help, we can preserve our county for generations to come.

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Testimonials
  • -Patricia Hill, Water Pollution Control Loan Fund 

    So happy to get hooked up to the city sewer. If it wasn’t for you this would never have happened. Thank you so much for your hard work and dedication.

  • -Mike Harkleroad, West Jefferson High School

    The Madison SWCD has been a wonderful resource for my high school biology students. Working with the dedicated professionals on staff is often cited by my students as a memorable and educational experience.

  • -Wayne Roberts, Friends of Madison County Parks & Trails

    Madison SWCD has been a true partner with FMCPT since the beginning of the Ohio to Erie Trail. They also supervised the creation and maintenance of the rain gardens. Hats off to this important community-minded organization!

  • – Marty Mace, Landowner

    My brother Chris and I wanted to maintain the farm where we grew up. We found the Farmland Preservation Application process to be simple and we were informed at every step. If you want to maintain farmland, this program is for you.

  • - Michele Bouquet, Master Gardener

    The staff provided expert collaboration with the Madison County Master Gardener Volunteers on the new Community Mural Park in London. They delivered valuable services above our expectations on this project.

  • -Christine Szymanski, ODNR Scenic Rivers

    Madison SWCD is an irreplaceable partner of ODNR. Their expertise reduces invasive species, ensures biodiversity in the Little Darby Prairie Preserve and protects the water quality of the Little Darby Creek, State and National Scenic River.

  • – Jerry and Pat Downing, Landowner

    We signed up for the Conservation Reserve Program on our small 200 acre farm. The program has made a difference for the soil. We have pheasants, rabbits and deer. It’s a little bit of work and management, but overall, it’s profitable.

  • -Phil and Kim Harper, Water Pollution Control Loan Fund 

    Just wanted to say thank you for all your help and your patience while we saved the money up. Our problems have been fixed and we’re thankful for this program, you, and the workers. They did a great job. Thank you all!

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News

September 23, 2025
byBroc Sehen

Learn how to identify current invasive plants and insects and
how to control them in this hands on training from OSU
Extension and Madison Soil and Water Conservation District
employees.
Optional ID walkabout from 6-6:30 p.m.

August 14, 2025
byBroc Sehen

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Wildlife has launched the Wildlife Habitat Initiative, a powerful conservation program that helps private landowners create and enhance wildlife habitats across the state.

August 8, 2025
byBroc Sehen

In recent years, Ohio farmers are turning their attention to native warm‑season grasses such as big and little bluestem, Indiangrass, and switchgrass as a smart, multipurpose investment. These deep-rooted perennials, which thrive in summer heat, bring a trifecta of benefits to soil health, wildlife, and cattle a win‑win scenario for landowners, supported by NRCS programs.