NACD News
San Diego Agroforestry Workshop Brings Conservation Professionals into the Field
From May 5 to 7, 2026, the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD), in partnership with the USDA National Agroforestry Center and the California Agroforestry Network, hosted the San Diego Agroforestry Workshop for Natural Resources Professionals in Encinitas, California. The training brought together resource conservation district staff, conservation professionals, technical service providers, nonprofit staff, producers,… [...]
Continue ReadingDid You Know? Tips for Impactful Storytelling to Connect and Inspire
It is important to be able to translate the technical assistance work your district carries out into stories that connect with your constituents and beyond. You probably already do this through your website, newsletters, and social media. Below are some tips and resources to help you tell impactful, personal stories that will connect with your… [...]
Continue ReadingNACD Thanks Chief Bettencourt for Her Service, Welcomes Colton Buckley as NRCS Chief
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 18, 2026 CONTACT: Candice Abinanti candice-abinanti@nacdnet.org NACD Thanks Chief Bettencourt for Her Service, Welcomes Colton Buckley as NRCS Chief Washington, D.C. – The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) expresses its gratitude to Aubrey Bettencourt upon her departure as Chief of the United States Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources… [...]
Continue ReadingMission
NACD’s mission is to promote responsible management and conservation of natural resources on all lands by representing locally led conservation districts and their associations through grassroots advocacy, education, and partnerships.