Help Improve Water Quality
RIPARIAN BUFFER INITIATIVE
Riparian buffers improve water quality and provide valuable habitat, bank stabilization, additional forage for livestock, and increase the value of marginal crop lands.
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NATURAL RESOURCES
Clean Air, Clean Water, and Healthy Families
WHO WE ARE
OUR MISSION
To protect and preserve South Dakota's agriculture, environment, and natural resources through effective regulatory services, natural resource conservation, and financial and technical assistance.
OUR VISION
A South Dakota with a prosperous economy, diverse agricultural opportunities, clean air, clean water, and healthy families.
INTEGRITY
Integrity through transparent government services and science-based decision making.
EXCELLENCE
Excellence through hiring, developing, and empowering highly engaged and well-trained employees.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Customer Service through consistent, timely, and professional interactions with everyone we meet.