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Conservation Clips is a weekly collection of articles distributed by NACD that provides our members and partners with the latest news in what’s driving conservation. These articles are not indicative of NACD policy and are the opinions of their authors, unless otherwise noted. If you have a relevant submission or need assistance with accessing articles, please contact the NACD Communications Team. NACD Blog: NACD Annual Meeting TA Grant Participant: Chelsea Steffes This blog post is part of a nine-part series highlighting technical assistance (TA) grant recipient participation at NACD’s 76th Annual Meeting in Orlando, FL. This post’s author, Chelsea Steffes of Cape Atlantic Conservation District in NJ, attended the meeting with a TA stipend.
NACD: NACD Releases Updated Wildfire Desk Guide
NACD announced the release of an updated Wildfire Desk Guide. Created in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, the Wildfire Desk Guide is a resource for conservation districts and organizations to advance the goals of the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy.
NBC News: Monarch Butterfly Populations May Be More Stable Than Previously Thought Monarch butterfly populations in North America may be more stable than scientists previously thought — at least during the summer breeding months, according to new research. Associated Press: Native American Youth to be Tapped for Conservation Projects U.S. Department of the Interior on Friday rolled out guidelines for a new youth service program meant to create job opportunities for Native Americans while boosting their cultural connections to nature through conservation projects on tribal and public land. GRIT: Why Are Pollinators Important? North American pollinators, such as bees, flies, and butterflies, can ensure your plants are properly fertilized, in some cases even improving both fruit set and size in the plants they pollinate. Successful Farming: Allow the Soil to Work For You 2016 Leopold Conservation Award Winner shares how the five principles of soil health are at work on his operation and gives advice to help others get started.
The Grand Island Independent: Program Provides Funding, Allows Farmers to Install Practices That Safeguard Soil Health Nebraska producer learned about soil health practices in college, but it wasn’t until extreme weather patterns started impacting his operation that he realized these practices weren’t just a good idea, they were essential to maintaining his most valuable resource—his soil. York News-Times: Brazilian Delegation Visits York and Hamilton Counties to Learn About Water Resource Management How do Nebraskans manage water resources? What are the agricultural and environmental challenges in the state regarding water quality and quantity? These questions and others were explored recently as a group from Brazil visited Nebraska for a week of learning and networking. Des Moines Register: For Safe Drinking Water, Des Moines Water Works Activates Rarely-Used Nitrate Removal Plant Spiking nitrate levels in the Des Moines and Raccoon rivers have prompted Des Moines Water Works to fire up its nitrate removal plant for the first time in five years. Wildfire Today: Multiple Fires Near Grapevine North of Los Angeles Friday afternoon and early Saturday morning firefighters responded to multiple fires near Interstate 5 in the Grapevine area north of Los Angeles. The Grape Fire on Friday was mapped at 19 acres. Bangor Daily News: Learn How to Create Habitat for Grassland Birds On June 17, an assistant professor of forest wildlife management at the University of Maine, Maine pollinator and beneficial insect conservation planner at the Xerces Society, and technical director of the Ag Allies’ Grassland Bird Program will lead a free workshop about how to improve and manage grasslands for bird habitat, forage production and pollinators. KMAland: Restoring Soil Through Carbon Sequestering Benefits Farmers, Climate With Nebraska farmers facing runaway costs for herbicides and fertilizers this year, a new Center for Rural Affairs report suggested adopting simple conservation practices can help restore soil and improve bottom lines. Austin American-Statesman: Austin Expands Battle with Harmful, Pet-Threatening Algae to North Shore of Lady Bird Lake A troubling mix of soaring summer temperatures and near-static flow in Lady Bird Lake has city of Austin scientists worried again about a bloom of toxin-producing blue-green algae that can be deadly to pets frolicking in the water. The Burlington Record: Yuma County Conservation District Offers Field Day to Demonstrate Cheatgrass Control Yuma County Conservation District will present a producer workshop on Friday June 17 to see test plot results and discuss a cheatgrass rangeland herbicide. WCAX: New York Works to Raise Awareness about Invasive Species New York state is spreading the word about invasive species. Last week was the ninth year of the annual Invasive Species Awareness Week. The state’s Department of Environmental Conservation and other environmental groups use the week to educate the general public. Progressive Farmer: Farmers Test Crop Nutrition Needs and Weigh Weather Scenarios Producers discuss the importance of building relationships with input suppliers and some of the diagnostic tools they use to prepare their operation and combat rising input costs and extreme weather. Shaw Local News Network: Local Students Participate in 15th Annual Natural Resources Tour Approximately 450 fourth grade students recently attended the 15th annual Kendall County Natural Resource Tour, organized by the Kendall County Agriculture in the Classroom program, which is housed by the Kendall County Soil and Water Conservation District. Students learned about soil, trees, watersheds, monarch butterflies, recycling, mosquitos, ticks, bird migration, and more. Vermont Journal: CCCD Celebrates National Pollinator Week The Cheshire County Conservation District (CCCD) invites you to celebrate National Pollinator Week from June 20-26, 2022. National Pollinator Week is an annual opportunity to celebrate pollinators and learn how to support pollinator health in our community. Phys.org: Wildfire Tears Through California Forest as Temperatures Rocket A wildfire was burning out of control Monday in forest outside Los Angeles after a weekend of record-breaking temperatures, and as forecasters warn of fire danger across the parched US West. AZ Family: ‘Double Fire’ & ‘Haywire Fire’ Merge as Nearby Pipeline Fire Rages On Two out-of-control wildfires merged Monday evening in northern Arizona as crews are already dealing with the fast-growing Pipeline Fire. Up North Live: Otsego Conservation District Opens Native Plant Nursery Spring season means it’s time to plant and beautify the garden but it can be challenging to find plants that thrive in northern Michigan. The Otsego Conservation District has you covered with some native northern Michigan plants. The Sheridan Press: Sheridan County Conservation District Tree Program Spreads More than 6,000 Seedlings Across County By Margaret O’Hara | Sheridan, WY | Southwest Region 06/13/22
The Sheridan County Conservation District completed its tree program sales for the year, resulting in the distribution of 6,150 seedling trees to buyers across the county.
KABC: Brush Fire Breaks Out in Angeles National Forest Near Bouquet Reservoir Los Angeles County, CA | Pacific Region 06/15/22
Los Angeles County fire crews are working to put out a brush fire in the Angeles National Forest near the Bouquet Reservoir, north of Santa Clarita.
STAR: STAR Releases 2021 Annual Report with Big Impacts for Voluntary Conservation Efforts Champaign, IL | North Central Region 06/16/22
Saving Tomorrow’s Agriculture Resources (STAR) has concluded its third year of reporting conservation efforts around the state of Illinois through the Crop Year 2021 STAR Annual Report. The report features a summary of conservation efforts, environmental impacts, and growth of the STAR initiative.
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