Natural Resources Conservation Service’s posts

Feb 4

Chief Aubrey J.D. Bettencourt outlines how we're helping producers cut through red tape to plan and implement whole-farm regenerative practices through the new Regenerative Pilot Program. The new pilot program focuses on meeting producers where they are.

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There is no better place to talk about conservation than out in the field. Input from producers is essential to ensuring our conservation practice standards remain practical/effective in real-world scenarios. We're hosting producer roundtables nationwide, learn from you.

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Three miles north of Virgin, UT beneath the backdrop of Zion National Park, John L. is restoring critical deer and elk winter range through our Environmental Quality Incentives Program. This includes tackling soil erosion, rehabbing wildfire‑impacted areas, and improving forage.

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Apr 5

Dianne Hemry’s family has owned the same land in the Smoky Hills of Kansas since 1906. Now, through an Agricultural Land Easement and our Agricultural Conservation Easement Program her nearly 300 acres will be protected for generations to come. storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/1c2189

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National Agricultural Statistics Service

Dept. of Agriculture

@USDA

Apr 3

Farmers Market season is back!

We’re gathering vital stats across all 50 states to help shape the future of local and organic food systems nationwide. If you produce or sell local food, make sure your operation is counted! Mark your calendars:

Organic Survey: Due May 29

Apr 3

The first U.S. soil surveys began in 1899—when Congress authorized funding for

@USDA

to study soils. Today, soil data and maps support farmers, planners, and local communities. Learn how in this new story: storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/b0dcb4

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Apr 2

Conifer encroachment, woody encroachment, tree expansion – no matter what name you use, uncontrolled woody species can move into and take over rangelands so slowly that the landscape change is unnoticed for years. More about this threat at coniferencroachment.com.

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Apr 2

NRCS Assistant Chief for the Western Region Hans Hunt traveled through Nevada, Utah, and Arizona recently to meet directly with field staff, producers and conservation partners.

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Apr 2

Through a conservation easement, John Cannon hopes that his farm near Mobile, Alabama, will continue to be a respite for deer, wild turkey and migrating waterfowl.

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National Fish and Wildlife Foundation

@NFWFnews

Mar 20

Through a @USDA_NRCS easement, John Cannon hopes that his farm near Mobile, Alabama, will continue to be a respite for deer, wild turkey and migrating waterfowl. Watch the full video here >> nfwf.org/media-center/v

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American Farmland Trust

@Farmland

Mar 14

Are you looking for farmland or do you own agricultural land and need to plan for its future? We want to hear from you! We are gathering insights to better understand what support farmers need to access or transfer land. Take the survey: bit.ly/4cGEBrJ.

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Mar 27

Agriculture isn’t at odds with conservation. Chief Bettencourt recently joined

@Gabby_Hoffman

, journalist and host of

@DConservPodcast

, for a conversation about about NRCS initiatives, the future of conservation,

@USDA

key priorities, and more. youtube.com/watch?v=I4XWea

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Farmers.gov

@FarmersGov

Mar 26

Michael Catalano used to suffer washouts on his New Jersey farm every time it rained. So he worked with

@usda_NRCS

to build a grassed waterway and implement the mulching practice to keep the land from washing away.

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Mar 26

Join NRCS Chief Aubrey J.D. Bettencourt as she “Dishes the Dirt” on how the agency is working to advance its programs and practices to meet the evolving needs of modern agriculture.

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Mar 26

Applying for funding through one of our programs is just one-way NRCS can assist in addressing resource concerns. We also offer FREE conservation technical assistance. The Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation recently worked with us on their operation. nrcs.usda.gov/state-offices/

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Mar 24

Happy National Ag Day! Today, and every day, we thank the agricultural producers we serve for their hard work and perseverance, continuing to provide food, fiber and fuel for our nation. farmers.gov/blog/celebrati

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Farmers.gov

@FarmersGov

Mar 24

Has your agricultural operation been impacted by the wildfires in Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas or Nebraska? USDA offers programs that can help with recovery as well as those that can help you manage risk on your operation. farmers.gov/protection-rec

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Mar 22

It’s planting season in many parts of the country, and a successful season starts with a good plan! Conservation planning is the foundation of our entire approach to helping you address resource concerns: nrcs.usda.gov/getting-assist

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Mar 20

Today is the first day of spring as well as International Day of Forests. How about celebrating the longer days and warmer temperatures with a walk in the woods? We offer a variety of practices that help private forestland owners to improve forest health.

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Mar 19

In Petroleum County, Montana, the Brady family have seeded close to 4,000 acres of annual cropland back to perennial vegetation. “Our experience with receding our cropland back to grass has been a really positive experience,” Brenda Brady says.

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Mar 18

On Blackbeard’s Ranch in Florida’s Wildlife Corridor, Jim Strickland manages the land not only for cattle, but for the birds, bears and even the panthers that pass through. With support from NRCS and NFWF, his work shows how ranching and conservation go hand in hand.

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National Fish and Wildlife Foundation

@NFWFnews

Mar 4

On Blackbeard’s Ranch in FL’s Wildlife Corridor, Jim Strickland is managing the land not only for cattle, but for the birds, bears and even panthers that pass through. With support from @USDA_NRCS and NFWF, his work shows how ranching and conservation go hand in hand.

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