BEATRICE, Nebraska -- Landowners in the Lower Big Blue NRD planning to install terraces, tile outlets, grassed waterways, or other conservation practices will have the opportunity to apply for cost-share assistance during the week of Feb. 26 to March 1, 2024.

Landowners applying for cost-share assistance will make an application at the NRCS offices in Beatrice, Fairbury, Wilber, and Pawnee City.  It is estimated that state and NRD cost-share funds together will total approximately $175,000 for FY 2024. The maximum cost-share payment this year is $8,000 for all applications.