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Lower Loup NRD: Proper Soil Temp is Critical to Safe and Efficient Fall Anhydrous Application

10/21/2024
ORD, Nebraska -- With the completion of harvest rapidly approaching, agricultural producers may be tempted to take advantage of mild, dry conditions to apply anhydrous ammonia to their fields. But producers should keep in mind that unless fall application of nitrogen takes place under optimal...Read more

Lower Platte South NRD Local Conservation Efforts Flourish with New Interlocal Agreement and Trail Repairs Ahead

10/18/2024
LINCOLN, Nebraska — In a significant move to enhance local conservation initiatives, the Lower Platte South Natural Resources District’s (LPSNRD) Board of Directors has passed an interlocal agreement with the Nebraska Association of Resources Districts (NARD) to ensure the continuation of its well-...Read more

Lower Loup NRD Reminds the Public of the Davis Creek Recreation Area Road Closure

10/15/2024
ORD, Nebraska -- The access road into Davis Creek Recreation Area is closed. Construction on the road paving project has begun. Vehicular access to the recreation area will not be permitted during the entirety of the road improvement project. Campground reservations will not be accepted during the...Read more

Lower Platte South NRD Issues Fire Ban Due to Drought Conditions

10/11/2024
LINCOLN, Nebraska – The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (LPSNRD) has officially implemented a complete fire ban on all Wildlife Management Areas. This decision comes in response to severe drought conditions that have significantly increased the risk of wildfires. Effective immediately...Read more

Central Platte NRD to Decide on Platte Valley Industrial Park Alternative

10/11/2024
GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska - The Central Platte Natural Resources District (CPNRD) Board of Directors will review and vote on the most feasible route for the Platte Valley Industrial Park (PVIP) drainage project during their October meeting. In 2019, the CPNRD approved a proposal from the City of Grand...Read more

Schools Compete in 2024 North Central Land Judging Contest

10/11/2024
ORD, Nebraska -- High School students from across a large swath of Nebraska competed in the 2024 North Central Land Judging Contest on Oct. 9 near Albion. Norm and Darlene Reynoldson of rural Albion graciously allowed the contest to take place on their land. Students from Twin River, Ord, Fullerton...Read more

Lower Big Blue NRD Issues Burn Ban

10/08/2024
BEATRICE, Nebraska -- Patrons of Lower Big Blue NRD recreation areas are hereby noticed that campfires or open burning of any kind is prohibited at all NRD areas until further notice. If you have any questions, please call the Lower Big Blue NRD at 402-228-3402.Read more

Lower Big Blue NRD Recreation Area Closing for Season

10/03/2024
BEATRICE, Nebraska -- The Lower Big Blue NRD will close recreation areas to vehicle traffic for the season on Oct. 28, 2024. Big Indian Recreation Area, located southwest of Wymore, Swanton Wildlife Management Area, located north of Swanton, Walnut Creek Recreation Area, located north of Crete,...Read more

Central Platte NRD Approves Updates to Irrigation Rules and Regulations

09/27/2024
GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska – The Central Platte Natural Resources District (CPNRD) conducted a public hearing on Thursday to discuss proposed updates to the district’s Groundwater Management Plan Rules and Regulations. The CPNRD Board has approved the proposed changes to enhance groundwater management...Read more

70th Annual Nebraska State Range Judging Contest Held in Chase County

09/26/2024
IMPERIAL, Nebraska – Yesterday, Chase County proudly hosted the 70th Annual Nebraska State Range Judging Contest, marking a milestone in one of the state’s longest-running educational contests. Organized by the Nebraska Range Judging Committee and put by local NRD, NRCS, and Nebraska Extension...Read more

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Nebraska’s NRDs Plant 100 Millionth Tree

04/19/2022
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Since their inception in 1972, Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) have been planting conservation trees and shrubs for windbreaks, erosion control, wildlife habitat and other conservation purposes. This spring, the NRD Conservation Tree Program plants their 100...Read more

Thank a Farmer for Food, Fiber, Fuel, and Our Future

03/21/2022
By John Berge, State Executive Director for USDA’s Farm Service Agency; Robert Lawson, State Conservationist for USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service; and Collin Olsen, Regional Office Director for USDA’s Risk Management Agency LINCOLN, Nebraska – March 22 is National Ag Day, a time for us...Read more

NARD Elects 2022 Officers

03/09/2022
Photo Caption: The 2022 NARD Executive Committee from left, I&E Committee Chair Jim Johnson, Vice President Marty Graff, Secretary-Treasurer Joel Hansen, Past President Jim Eschliman, President Dr. Orval Gigstad and Legislative Chair Jim Meismer. LINCOLN, Nebraska – The voting members of the...Read more

Envirothon Competition Qualifies 14 Teams for State

03/04/2022
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Between Feb. 17 and March 2, Nebraska high school students competed around the state during regional Envirothon competitions demonstrating natural resources knowledge by identifying trees and animal tracks, calculating the number of steers on rangeland, and determining soil...Read more

NRDs Celebrate 50 Years of Natural Resources Partnerships

02/07/2022
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) have worked hand-in-hand with conservation partners to support landowners for 50 years to accomplish the mission of protecting lives, property and the future. NRDs deliver several state and federal programs including many projects...Read more

NRD Legislative Conference Recognizes 50 Years of Natural Resources Policy

01/18/2022
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts will host their annual Legislative Conference to highlight partnerships and recognize 50 years of natural resources policy at the Lincoln Embassy Suites Jan. 25-26, 2022. The two-day conference brings together Natural Resources Districts (...Read more

Natural Resources Districts Reflect on 50 Years

01/04/2022
LINCOLN, Nebraska -- Throughout 2022, Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) will celebrate 50 years of protecting lives, property and the future. During the next 12 months, the NRDs will commemorate breakthroughs and achievements in conservation. “In the past 50 years, NRDs have adapted...Read more

Nebraska Extension Offers “Public Health and Water Quality” Webinar in January & February

12/20/2021
Have you ever wondered if the water you are drinking is safe? Who studies the impacts of contaminates on my health? These are questions commonly asked throughout the state especially when there are stories continually discussing contaminates in the water we drink. The “Public Health and Water...Read more

Executive Travel Partners with Nebraska’s NRDs to Plant 1M Trees

12/17/2021
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Executive Travel has announced a partnership with Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) to plant 1 million trees over the next five years through the ETGreen campaign, starting with 50,000 trees in 2022. ETGreen was launched in September 2021 and is designed to help...Read more

Five Students Take State in Conservation Poster Contest

11/29/2021
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Leaves, branches and wildlife were artfully crafted by young Nebraskans throughout the year turning blank paper into award-winning posters. Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) recognize students from kindergarten to 12th grade, who competed in the annual “Healthy...Read more

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