Reduce climate risk with wetlands

During wet years and extreme rainfall, wetlands slow runoff, store excess water, and release it gradually. This reduces flooding, erosion, and nutrient loss from fields, helping protect both crops and downstream infrastructure.

In dry years, wetlands provide the opposite benefit. Water stored in wet soils can help recharge groundwater and maintain local moisture, supporting surrounding vegetation and improving drought resilience across the landscape.

Wetlands also buffer temperature extremes. The moisture they hold cools surrounding areas during heat waves, reducing stress on nearby crops and livestock.

From a production standpoint, wetlands can:

• Protect productive acres by keeping water where it belongs
• Reduce field damage and unworkable conditions after storms
• Improve long-term soil stability and resilience
• Support pollinators and beneficial wildlife that contribute to healthy agro-ecosystems

By working with wetlands producers can build resilience into their operations while protecting valuable land and water resources. In an era of more frequent floods, droughts, and heat, wetlands are a proven, practical tool for your farm.