The Power of Field Buffer Strips
Source: St. Croix County
Discover how field buffer strips help farmers reduce sediment runoff while improving land productivity and protecting water quality. This video highlights the profitability and effectiveness of buffer strips, featuring real-world data, expert insights, and firsthand farmer testimonials. Wisconsin farmer Dennis Mitchell shares about the field buffer strips he installed on his operation. See how these simple, sustainable solutions prevent soil erosion and keep nutrients on the field—ultimately safeguarding our lakes, streams, and the St. Croix River for future generations.
Dennis was a recipient of a Good Idea Mini-Grant, a program to encourage the adoption of edge-of-field practices and farmer-to-farmer learning about them. Good Idea Mini-Grants were made possible with funding from the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR) and Walton Family Foundation.
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Length: 07:02
Year Produced: 2025
State: Wisconsin
Cropping Systems: Corn, Soybean
Tags: buffer strips, Good Idea Mini-Grant, Nutrient Loss, Reduce Runoff, water quality, wildlife
