Each year, the state’s SWCDs recognize individuals and organizations for outstanding accomplishments in implementing conservation practices and improving Minnesota’s natural resources. The award program is conducted with support from The Farmer magazine.
- 2025 Outstanding Conservationist – Claire Bender and Sue Ramthun
- 2024 Outstanding Conservationist – Ken Bergler
- 2023 Outstanding Conservationist – Duane & Karen Timm
- 2022 Outstanding Conservationist – Clear Crest Farm
- 2021 Outstanding Conservationist – Elden & Lila Salwey
- 2020 Outstanding Conservationist -Paul & Jackie Glende & Family
- 2019 Outstanding Conservationist – Robert & Marilyn Christie & Family
- 2018 Outstanding Conservationist – Daryl Buck
- 2017 Outstanding Conservationist – Jamie & Amy Mundt & Family
- 2016 Outstanding Conservationist – Dell Farm LLC
- 2015 Outstanding Conservationist – Groth Family Farm
- 2014 Outstanding Conservationist – Prigge Family Farm
- 2013 Outstanding Conservationist – Bruce & Linda Fort
- 2012 Outstanding Conservationist – Win-Cres Trout Unlimited
- 2011 Outstanding Conservationist – Greden Family Farm
- 2010 Outstanding Conservationist – Ketchum Farms
- Previous Winners: 1952-Present
For more information on the award program contact:
Winona County SWCD at (507) 523-2171 ext. 3 or MASWCD at www.maswcd.org.
