Promoting Growth
& Opportunities for
Southwest Minnesota
We work to connect units of government, businesses, and communities with the resources, planning, and services needed to promote growth. Together we can further opportunities in Southwest Minnesota by promoting a growing workforce and business base and ensuring population stability.
Providing professional expertise and leadership to enhance regional opportunities.
At Southwest Regional Development Commission (SRDC), we are listeners and connectors to help you find the resources needed to address your concerns. Together we can channel progressive collaboration between cities, counties, and townships so that shared knowledge and resources can be used to help you and the region prepare for a future where people and businesses thrive.
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A growing workforce and business base.
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Better lives for those living in the region.
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Population stability.
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Significant needs addressed that are challenging the region.
Economic
Development
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy, DevelopMN, Revolving Loan Funds, Technical Assistance
Transportation
Planning
Active Living & Trails Planning, Human Services Transit Coordination Planning, Safe Routes to School
News
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Looking to grow your business or organization, solve a problem in your community, or progress your organization?
Our assistance is tailored to your needs. Southwest Regional Development Commission provides assistance to projects that support, enhance, or address the region's needs. We work with your team on planning, facilitation, data collection, research, grant writing, outreach assistance, and more.
The Region We Serve
The Southwest Regional Development Commission serves the nine-county region of Cottonwood, Jackson, Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Nobles, Pipestone, Redwood and Rock in the far southwest corner of Minnesota.
Since 1973, SRDC has worked with and on behalf of these counties, their cities, townships, school districts, and public interest groups. These partnerships and the leveraging of resources throughout the region have led to the advancement of programs in the areas of community, economic, energy, transportation, and land use development.
Lincoln County
Lyon County
Redwood County
Pipestone County
Murray County
Cottonwood County
Rock County
Nobles County
Jackson County
SRDC Regional Spotlight
Langseth Lodge: Rooted in History, Renewed by Vision
Worthington, MN
Hoppe Airspray – Built for the Field, Backed by Family
Spencer, Iowa
Adrian Auto – Keeping Adrian Running
Adrian, MN
Social Media Updates
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications for its AGRI Urban Agriculture Grants, offering new funding opportunities that support youth education, economic development, and strong community partnerships through urban agriculture. This year’s program includes two grant options: one focused on expanding or establishing agriculture-based education programs for youth, and another designed to strengthen community development and economic vitality through urban agriculture projects. Eligible uses of funding include equipment purchases, physical improvements, curriculum development, and transportation for youth field trips to Minnesota farms. Up to $1.93 million will be awarded statewide through a competitive process. Individual projects may request between $5,000 and $75,000, with a required 25% cash match. Applications are due by 4 p.m. on Thursday, February 26, and must include a letter of support demonstrating community backing. MDA will host a virtual information session on Thursday, January 15, covering eligibility, allowable expenses, reporting requirements, and the application process, with time for questions. The session will be recorded and shared afterward. Organizations working in urban agriculture, youth education, or community and economic development are encouraged to explore this opportunity and consider applying. Learn more at https://ow.ly/25JE50XWfsp Register for the January 15 virtual information session at https://ow.ly/hCKr50XWfsm
