Farmington Feed: Landscaping for Clean Water
From The Farmington Feed by City of Farmington MN
January 26, 2026 · 37 min · Episode 74
About this episode
This episode discusses how landscaping can help protect water quality and features insights from experts in the field.
Ever wonder how your yard can help protect our rivers and lakes? In this episode of Farmington Feed, we’re digging into Landscaping for Clean Water. This is a program that helps residents reimagine their lawns while making a real difference for the environment. We’re joined by Brita Moore-Kutz, Communications & Outreach Specialist with the Vermilion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization (VRWJPO), and Lindsey Albright, Monitoring & Outreach Coordinator with Dakota County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD). They share how small changes in landscaping can have a big impact on water quality. You’ll also hear: How Landscaping for Clean Water works and how much grant funding may be available Details on free intro classes (virtual options available this year) Tips from the Lawn Watering Wisdom campaign How to get involved through Adopt-A-Drain and storm drain stenciling Registration is now open for Landscaping for Clean Water intro classes. While there are no in-person classes in Farmington this year, virtual options make it easy to participate from anywhere. Tune in, get inspired, and learn how your lawn can be part of the solution!
People in this episode
Guests: Brita Moore-Kutz, Lindsey Albright
Topics covered
- landscaping
- clean water
- environment
- water quality
- community involvement
Keywords
- landscaping for clean water
- water quality
- environmental impact
- grant funding
- community classes
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Vermilion River Watershed Joint Powers Organization, Dakota County Soil & Water Conservation District
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