
June 2, 2026
The Natural Resources Conservation Service in New Jersey is accepting producer applications until June 30 for funding aimed at protecting bog turtle habitats through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program. The effort targets restoration projects within the Upper Salem River Watershed.
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June 2, 2026
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service is now accepting applications from New Jersey agricultural producers for the Conservation Stewardship Program. Increased federal funding supports technical and financial assistance aimed at improving land stewardship across the state.
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May 28, 2026
Hunter Williams works with USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Texas on improving land management at G Ranch near Nolan and Taylor counties. The partnership includes brush control measures funded by federal programs as well as community outreach.
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May 28, 2026
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service employees from North and South Carolina participated in a two-day Soil Mechanics training focused on classification methods at Salisbury's Piedmont Research Station. Led by geologist Theodore (Ted) Huscher with support from local agriculture officials, attendees combined classroom learning with hands-on fieldwork.
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May 26, 2026
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service is now accepting applications for its Emergency Watershed Protection Program – Floodplain Easements in Dogtooth Bend. The program aims to help landowners address repeated flooding through voluntary enrollment in conservation easements.
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May 22, 2026
The Natural Resources Conservation Service will host an online information session about CEMA 216 Soil Health Testing on June 29. The event targets professionals interested in becoming Qualified Individuals under the Regenerative Pilot Program.
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May 21, 2026
The USDA has called on farmers and ranchers to get ready before the upcoming hurricane season begins June 1. Officials recommend taking precautions such as developing emergency plans, reviewing insurance coverage, documenting inventory, and learning about available disaster recovery resources.
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May 20, 2026
The USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service is seeking public input on its final watershed plan for Elm and Turkey Creeks in Nebraska. The proposal includes building diversion channels aimed at reducing flood risk near Kearney. Comments are open until June 15.
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May 18, 2026
Natural Resources Conservation Service employees supported high school teams during the 2026 North Dakota Envirothon held May 6–8 near Medina. Staff helped judge competitions focused on soils science and other environmental topics while guiding students through practical field exercises.
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May 18, 2026
Matthew and Kevin Nors continue nearly a century-old family farming tradition by collaborating closely with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Their innovative approaches include rotational grazing systems supported by new infrastructure projects. The brothers aim both to preserve their family's legacy in Hill County while adopting sustainable agricultural practices.
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