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Lower Loup NRD Accepting Applications for Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Act Cost-Share Program

10/21/2024
ORD, Nebraska -- The Lower Loup NRD and the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources are partnering to offer a new cost-share program to reduce nitrogen fertilizer inputs. The Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Act (NiRIA) established a state funded program that provides incentive payments to producers...Read more

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

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State Envirothon Winners Rank 11th in Natural Resources Conservation Competition Across North America

12/11/2015
The Nebraska Association of Resources Districts is proud to announce the 2015 Nebraska Envirothon state championship team ranked 11th across North America after competing in the National Conservation Foundation (NCF) Envirothon competition in the Summer of 2015.Read more

Nebraska Natural Resources Districts Take Stand Against EPA Water Rule

12/11/2015
While NARD supports efforts to protect water quality and quantity in Nebraska, and has a proven track record of cooperation with local residents and other agencies to do so, we believe the Final Rule will have the federal government more involved in the daily lives of Nebraskans and will not result...Read more

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