The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) recently held a session at its Annual Meeting that focused on the importance of agroforestry practices in conservation and the critical role conservation districts play in supporting landowners. This session, featuring case studies from Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) and Snohomish Conservation District, highlighted the practical applications of… Continue reading →

The Hubbard Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) in Minnesota has advanced local conservation through innovative forestry and environmental programs. A key effort, supported by a 2023 NACD Urban and Community Conservation (UAC) Grant, has helped establish scalable forest gardens, enhancing food security, wildlife habitat, and the urban forest canopy. The work also included installing… Continue reading →

By Caitlin Joubert Agricultural Environmental Specialist | Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry The Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry - Office of Soil and Water Conservation (LDAF-OSWC) visited two farms on July 31, 2024, to learn about best management practices (BMPs) on rice production agricultural lands. BMPs are implemented to increase air and water… Continue reading →

In 2023, with the help of the Friends of NACD District Grant Program, Oxford County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) began implementing their Agroforestry and Climate Resiliency Demonstration Project on a portion of the Tenmile River Demonstration Forest. The agroforestry project established demonstration plots to measure and illustrate the impacts of various woodland conservation… Continue reading →

  New Jersey maintains a diversity of plant and animal species by ensuring habitat for native species and actively managing invasive species. Atlantic white-cedar stands, which are currently being restored, play a critical role in the state's biodiversity, benefiting various plant and animal species, including several that are threatened and endangered. Despite forests being the… Continue reading →

On April 29, 2024, a significant agreement was signed between the Puerto Rico Department of Natural and Environmental Resources and the Caribe Soil and Water Conservation District. This agreement aims to manage the Gabia Forest in Coamo, Puerto Rico, a 233-acre subtropical dry forest designated as a Special Reforestation Area. Located on the south coast… Continue reading →

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We will meet at the landowners property with registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. with the program beginning at 9:00 a.m. We will discuss Managing Forestland for Wildlife, Harvesting Timber & Timber Stand Improvement, Oak Regeneration & Forestry for Birds, Forest Invasive Species, and Cost Share Programs. The event is free with lunch provided and wrapping… Continue reading →

The Inland Empire Resource Conservation District is seeking a Forestry Programs Lead to play a key role in the implementation of multiple fire resilience and forest health-focused grants with federal, state, and local partners. This position will work closely with these partners to build collaboration and advance program goals benefitting resources and communities throughout the… Continue reading →

The importance of urban forests is becoming increasingly apparent. Lowered heat island effect, greater well-being, and lower utility costs just being a few advantages. The Spokane Conservation District (SCD) in Washington has been involved in forestry work for decades but began increasing its scope to include urban forest issues about 16 years ago. Its wide… Continue reading →