Our mission is to conserve, protect, and enhance our resources for current and future generations by providing information and assistance to landowners, operators, and residents of Madison County.

Federal Government Shutdown Update

Due to a lapse in federal funding as of October 1, 2025, the Madison County USDA Service Center is closed and federal employees have been placed on furlough until Congress restores funding.

During the federal government shutdown, state and district employees will be working out of the Madison County ISU Extension & Outreach office located at 117 N. John Wayne Dr. in Winterset (east side of the square, south of the theater and bakery).  

IDALS and SWCD staff do not have access to work computers or emails, but can be contacted through the email address listed on our Contact page. State and district staff can also be contacted through the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship’s central office in Des Moines at 515-281-5258.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.  

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Upcoming SWCD Board Meetings

Regular Monthly Meeting:
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.
Madison County ISU Extension & Outreach Office – 2nd Floor Meeting Room
117 N. John Wayne Dr., Winterset, IA

Meetings are open to the public.
To register or to request accommodations, please contact the office 48 hours in advance.

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