Doniphan County Conservation District

Our conservation district is a political subdivision of state government, established in 1941 and charged with the conservation of the natural resources of our county. We provide technical and financial assistance to address resource concerns while providing educational opportunities to create an environmentally literate Kansans.

Board of Supervisors:  

• Matt Symns-Chairperson
• Joan Nimtz- Vice Chairperson
• Martha Wiedmer- Treasurer
• David Halling-Supervisor
• Brad Holder-Supervisor

Our Mission: To take available resources and coordinate them to meet the needs of the local land user for conservation of their natural resources.

Overview: Conservation Districts had their beginning in the 1930’s when Congress, in response to national concerns over mounting erosion and dust storms, enacted the Soil Conservation Act of 1935.

Our conservation district provides technical assistance, financial assistance and educational services related to the conservation of our natural resources to the public free of charge, thanks to our county and state operating funds.  As a grassroots, locally led organization we are dedicated to getting conservation on the ground that benefits all Kansans by providing cleaner water, and more productive soils. 

We are the local source for cost share funding for the installation of best management practices for preserving and improving water quality and soil health. We administer multiple cost share assistance programs which provide economic and environmental benefits direct to our county and all residents. 

Cost Share Opportunities administered by the district: 

• Water Resources Cost Share
• Non Point Source Cost Share
• Missouri  River Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategy (WRAPS) Cost Share

Cost Share Opportunites assisted by the district:

•  Soil Health projects through Archer -Daniels -Midland (ADM)
• Wolf River Watershed projects
• Natural Resources Conservation Service projects

Services We Offer:

• Technical assistance for addressing resource concerns.
• Financial assistance for implementing voluntary conservation practices.
• Educational programs for schools and community groups.
• Custom blended seed orders including native grass, cool season grass, and pollinator mixes. 
• Marking flags for sale for agriculture uses.
• Conservation contractors list.
• Soil Health training opportunities (workshops and scholarships).
• Youth scholarship opportunities.

Equipment For Rent:

• 10 foot Great Plains No-till Drill
• 8 Yard Holcomb Scraper
• Mistblower