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The Soil and Water Conservation District is the largest provider of technical service to the agricultural community in Jefferson County, NY.
We are committed to providing technical assistance and education to the residents of Jefferson County to ensure the wise use of soil, water, and other natural resources.
Events and News
FREE larvicide “dunk” kits – while supplies last
Thanks to a special grant, Sen. Patty Ritchie has asked the District to once again distribute FREE larvicide “dunk” kits to Jefferson County residents. "When placed in standing water where mosquitoes can breed, such as in flowerpots, rain barrels, roof gutters,...
Survey: Lake Ontario water levels
New York Sea Grant and Cornell are urging residents, businesses, municipalities, agencies, etc. with property on or connected to Lake Ontario is being urged to take this survey, even if you have not yet has any impact from flooding: Click here to take the...
NYS Envirothon results
Congratulations to The Mount Academy from Ulster County, 2017 NYS Envirothon Champions! Students from Alexandria Central represented Jefferson County and came in 13th. 2017 NYS Envirothon...
Black River Watershed Conference – June 24
A great conference is in store for 2017 featuring topics such as: Early Flood Detection Program, Stormwater (MS4) Update, Green Infrastructure, Salinization of Adirondack Waters by Road Salt, Town of Webb Dye Testing and Water Quality Program, Terrestrial Invasive...