Windbreaks

Windbreaks are multiple rows of coniferous trees that are planted to protect a farmstead
from wind and snow and provide food and cover for wildlife.

Benefits of a Windbreak

To protect the people and animals from cold winter winds
Prevent large amount of snow from drifting by catching it inside and directly behind the windbreak and melting it slowly as it soaks into the ground and does not run off
Reduces the costs of heating and cooling your home
Protects the home, business or farm buildings from windstorms that can come at any time of the year
Reduce traffic dust and other noises from nearby roads and fields
Reduce the effects of hot drying summer winds, the trees act like air conditioners as they transpire and have a cooling effect on the immediate area
Provides a better working and living condition with more productivity for persons inside the windbreak as a result of reduced winter winds
Will attract wildlife and songbirds all times of the year
Will help beautify the overall landscape around the area

For more information on windbreaks, please contact us at 507-765-3878 ext. 3.

The Fillmore SWCD offers financial assistance to plant a farmstead windbreak on your property that works with its annual tree sale program.

A minimum of two rows of potted conifer trees is required with cost-share of 50% the cost of the potted trees. Contact the Fillmore SWCD for further eligibility information, availability of funding and to get signed up.

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Windbreaks are multiple rows of coniferous trees that are planted to protect a farmstead from wind and snow and provide food and cover for wildlife.

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