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Understanding the Impact of Emergency Forest Restoration Teams in California
In June 2024, a comprehensive report was released detailing the successes and challenges of the Emergency Forest Restoration Teams (EFRTs) developed in late 2021. These pilot teams emerged as a vital response to the increasing severity of wildfires impacting California's forests, specifically in the aftermath of the Dixie, Caldor, and Tamarack Fires. The formation of… [...]
Continue ReadingPulaski Conservation District and Partners Advancing Food Security and Community Engagement through Urban Agriculture
The Pulaski Conservation District in Arkansas, in collaboration with the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR), is leading a groundbreaking initiative aimed at tackling food insecurity in urban areas through community-driven urban agriculture. This program focuses on building partnerships, educating the community, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices to create lasting food security, particularly in… [...]
Continue ReadingBill Simshauser Honored for Invasive Species Advocacy at the 2024 NAISMA Conference
The 32nd Annual North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA) Conference, held in Missoula, Montana, from September 30 to October 3, 2024, brought together over 350 professionals from across North America to address the growing challenges posed by invasive species. Attendees included experts from government agencies, non-profits, academic institutions, and private organizations, all committed to… [...]
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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.