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Mile Markers Added to Lower Platte South NRD's MoPac Trail

01/06/2025
LINCOLN, Nebraska -- The Great Plains Trails Network (GPTN) advocates for and supports a diverse range of trails across Lancaster County, supporting activities such as cycling, walking, jogging, and horseback riding. Dedicated to ongoing progress, GPTN works to strengthen connections between...Read more

Lower Loup NRD - Reducing Nitrogen Application

12/23/2024
This article is part of Loup Lines (Volume 46, No. 1) originally written by ​Alan Bartels, Lower Loup NRD Information & Education Coordinator. ORD, Nebraska -- Nebraska farmers know a thing or two about doing more with less. Research conducted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2020...Read more

Lower Platte South NRD Touts Trail Upgrades & Flood Protection

12/23/2024
LINCOLN, Nebraska — The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (LPSNRD) Board of Directors held their final meeting of the year on Dec. 18, 2024, making important decisions to enhance local trails and strengthen flood protection efforts. Key accomplishments include: Smoother Trails Ahead...Read more

Central Platte NRD to Host Annual Water Programs Update Feb. 11

12/18/2024
GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska — The Central Platte Natural Resources District (CPNRD) invites producers and the public to attend the 2025 Annual Water Programs Update on Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM at Bosselman Enterprises, 1607 South Locust Street, Grand Island, Nebraska. This free, day-...Read more

North Platte NRD Hosts Second Annual Ag Symposium

12/17/2024
SCOTTSBLUFF, Nebraska -- The North Platte Natural Resources District (NRD) is excited to announce a unique opportunity for area agriculture producers to attend a Nutrient Management Workshop featuring renowned agricultural experts Damian Mason, Temple Rhodes, and Tommy Roach. The event will take...Read more

Lower Platte South NRD Promotes Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Act (NiRIA)

12/06/2024
LINCOLN, Nebraska -- The Lower Platte South NRD (LPSNRD) and the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources (NeDNR) are launching a cost-share program to promote the reduction of nitrogen fertilizer use. Producers must verify a decrease in nitrogen application rates, limited to either 40 pounds per...Read more

Central Platte NRD to Report Fall Groundwater Levels

12/06/2024
GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska – Central Platte NRD GIS Image Analyst Luke Zakrzewski will present the fall groundwater levels at the upcoming Board of Directors meeting. As part of the Groundwater Management Program, CPNRD staff measure water levels in 386 irrigation observation wells, including 65...Read more

Lower Loup NRD Announces 2025 Photo Contest

12/03/2024
ORD, Nebraska -- The Lower Loup Natural Resources District (NRD) is now accepting entries for its 2025 Photo Contest. The intent of the contest is to inspire photographers of every level to visit LLNRD recreation areas and to explore the scenic district. Photographers should submit high-resolution...Read more

Five Students Take State in 2024 Conservation Poster Contest

12/02/2024
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Trees 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 “May the Forest Be with...Read more

Lower Elkhorn NRD Approves Maple Creek Watershed Plan

11/27/2024
NORFOLK, Nebraska -- The Lower Elkhorn NRD (LENRD) Board of Directors gave their final nod of approval to the Maple Creek Watershed Plan Watershed Agreement with Natural Resources Conservation Services (NRCS). The main objective of this Watershed Agreement is to reduce flood damage in the City of...Read more

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5K Community Trail Run Comes to Norfolk

03/23/2018
Local NRD Run Raises Funds for Youth Education in Natural Resources NORFOLK - The Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District (LENRD) is reaching out across the district to help support youth education in natural resources. The LENRD is hosting a 5K Run, 1 Mile Walk and Kids Dash fundraiser at Ta-Ha-...Read more

2018 Southeast Regional Envirothon Results are Released

03/14/2018
Twelve teams competed March 6th, in the 2018 Southeast Regional Envirothon Competition at Southeast Community College-Beatrice Campus. The Envirothon is a natural resources competition for 9th through 12th grade students. The competition consists of seven testing stations, where participants answer...Read more

Central Platte NRD Accepting College Scholarship Applications

10/31/2017
(GRAND ISLAND, NE) - Applications are being accepted for the CPNRD-Ron Bishop College Scholarship Program. Starting this fall, only junior and senior college students are eligible to receive a scholarship. The Central Platte Natural Resources District will provide five college students scholarships...Read more

KIMBALL COUNTY HOSTS 2017 REGIONAL LAND JUDGING

10/12/2017
(Dix, NE) Over 80 high-school students from around the panhandle participated in the 2017 West Regional Land Judging Contest. The event was held north of Dix.Read more

Fix It, Don't Disk It Recommendations from NRCS

10/05/2017
Harvest isn’t just about cutting stalks, it’s about taking stock. According to Britt Weiser, state resource conservationist with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service in Lincoln, during harvest farmers should study the areas in their fields where erosion is occurring.Read more

Panhandle High School Students Participate in Area I Range Judging Contest

09/22/2017
(Rushville, NE) One-hundred-sixteen (116) high school students from 11 schools across the Nebraska Panhandle competed in the Area I Range Judging contest held at Kirkland and Sheila Budd’s Ranch on Wednesday September 20, 2017.Read more

Natural Resources Districts Recreation Areas/Trails Expect Record-Breaking Crowds for Solar Eclipse Event

08/08/2017
(Nebraska) Several popular Natural Resources District (NRD) recreation areas and hiking/biking trails across Nebraska are expecting record-breaking numbers of campers and other outdoor enthusiasts to come out and watch the solar eclipse on Monday, August 21, 2017. The NRD recreation areas in the...Read more

Natural Resources Districts to Present Wildlife CSI at Nebraska State Fair

08/04/2017
(GRAND ISLAND, NE)- Six of Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) will present Wildlife CSI in the Sustainability Pavilion at the Nebraska State Fair. Participants will use animal tracking, skull and bone identification, scatology, animal evidence and observation in the natural world. "...Read more

Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) Celebrate 45 Years of Protecting Lives, Property and Future

07/04/2017
(Lincoln, NE) For 45 years, Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) have been protecting lives, property and future of this beautiful state. July 1, 2017, marks the 45th Anniversary of the creation of the NRD system in Nebraska. With the local public participation, Nebraska has made...Read more

New General Manager Announced at Lower Platte North NRD

06/27/2017
(WAHOO) The Lower Platte North Natural Resources District (NRD) has announced Eric Gottschalk as the candidate for General Manager following current General Manager John Miyoshi’s retirement. Gottschalk began his career with the Lower Platte North NRD in April of 2000. He has had involvement in...Read more

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