How the City of Cedar Rapids Supports Farmers to Implement Water Quality Practices

ANKENY, IA — The Cedar River Source Water Partnership (CRSWP) is a $20 million USDA-NRCS funded water quality grant backed by 13 partners from both public and private industries. The grant focuses on building relationships with farmers and supporting the implementation of simple, effective conservation practices to improve water quality, reduce flood risk downstream, and grow wildlife habitat in the area. It is led by the City of Cedar Rapids

As a key CRSWP partner, IAWA is providing $175,000 toward a high-value Conservation Agronomist position within the Linn Coop team, as well as communications support. Part of that support has been in the creation of content that combines informational reporting with creative storytelling.

This video shows exactly that, showcasing the priorities and outcomes of the CRSWP grant and its continued mission to help not just farmers, but every Iowan downstream.