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Lower Big Blue NRD Rules and Regulations Take Effect, Stay Partially Lifted

02/04/2026
BEATRICE, Nebraska -- The Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District (NRD) approved revisions to its Groundwater Quantity Rules and Regulations with an effective date of Dec. 22, 2025. Subsequently, NRD Directors took action to lift the moratorium on the expansion of irrigated acres and the drilling...Read more

2026 ACE Camp Scheduled for June 21-24, 2026

02/03/2026
This article was written by Lower Loup NRD Information & Education Coordinator Alan Bartels as part of the Loup Lines Column. Loup Lines Volume 47, No. 2 February 2026 I know there is plenty of winter left, but it is never too early to begin thinking about summer camps. Plus, with the cold...Read more

Central Platte NRD to Host 2026 Water Programs Update in Lexington

02/03/2026
GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska — The Central Platte Natural Resources District (CPNRD) invites local producers and community members to attend the 2026 Water Programs Update on Tuesday, Feb. 10, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Central Community College in Lexington. This free, public event provides updates...Read more

NRDs Renew Agreement with NRCS to Strengthen Long-Standing Conservation Partnership

02/02/2026
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) collectively renewed their Memorandum of Agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) during a signing ceremony Jan. 27, 2026. The updated agreement reaffirms a partnership that...Read more

Lower Elkhorn NRD January 2026 Board Meeting Recap

01/29/2026
NORFOLK, Nebraska -- After lengthy discussion, and numerous testimonies from the public, the Lower Elkhorn NRD Board of Directors ultimately decided not to approve the Battle Creek WFPO Plan in a 9-6 vote. The Battle Creek WFPO Plan was a study of flood prevention measures for the community. Though...Read more

Central Platte NRD Board Approves Elm–Turkey Creeks Watershed Flood Risk Reduction Plan

01/23/2026
GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska – The Central Platte Natural Resources District (NRD) Board of Directors approved the Elm–Turkey Creeks Watershed Flood Risk Reduction Plan at its monthly meeting Jan. 22, 2026, following a presentation by John Petersen, P.E., of JEO Consulting Group. Petersen explained that...Read more

Lower Platte South NRD Board Elects Officers and Acts on Conservation Investments

01/23/2026
LINCOLN, Nebraska – The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (NRD) Board of Directors met Jan. 21, 2026, and took action on a range of items supporting the district’s financial stewardship, conservation efforts, legislative engagement, and board leadership. Financial Report Approved The...Read more

Second Annual Northeast Nebraska Ag Conference a Success

01/21/2026
NORFOLK, Nebraska -- The second annual Northeast Nebraska Ag Conference was hosted Dec. 16, 2025, at Northeast Community College in Norfolk. The all-day conference offered something for everyone. Whether attendees were interested in new management practices or were already implementing them, a...Read more

Central Platte NRD Board to hear Presentation on Flood Reduction Plan from JEO

01/09/2026
GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska – JEO Consulting will present a completed flood reduction feasibility study for the Elm–Turkey Creek watershed to the Central Platte NRD (NRD) Board of Directors at its January meeting. The Board will consider adopting the plan. Adopting the plan would allow the Central...Read more

Lower Loup NRD Reminds Producers of the Importance of Chemigation Permits

01/06/2026
This article was originally written by Lower Loup NRD Information & Education Coordinator Alan Bartels as a Loup Lines Column. Loup Lines Volume 47, No. 1 January 2026 ORD, Nebraska -- A new year is upon us. One thing that is not new is the continued trend of rising commercial fertilizer prices...Read more

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NRDs Renew Agreement with NRCS to Strengthen Long-Standing Conservation Partnership

02/02/2026
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) collectively renewed their Memorandum of Agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) during a signing ceremony Jan. 27, 2026. The updated agreement reaffirms a partnership that...Read more

NRD Legislative Conference Highlights Technology in Natural Resources Decision-Making

01/20/2026
LINCOLN, Nebraska – From artificial intelligence to advanced data tools, the Nebraska Association of Resources Districts’ annual Legislative Conference will spotlight innovative technologies helping inform policy and guide natural resources management decisions across Nebraska, Jan. 27-28, 2026, in...Read more

Five Students Take State in Conservation Poster Contest

12/01/2025
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Animal habitats 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 “Home is Where the Habit is...Read more

NRDs Now Taking Orders for Spring Tree Seedlings

11/03/2025
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) are now accepting orders for conservation tree seedlings for spring planting. By ordering early, you can secure your preferred species and make a lasting contribution to the environment. Since 1972, Nebraska’s NRDs have partnered...Read more

2025 State Land Judging Competition Challenges Youth near Wahoo

10/24/2025
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Students and instructors from 39 high schools met near Wahoo to compete in State Land Judging Oct. 22, 2025. The Lower Platte North Natural Resources District (NRD) hosted this year’s competition. With sunny skies and calm conditions, students judged at the Lake Wanahoo...Read more

2025 Annual NARD Conference Focuses on Innovative Technology, Partnerships

09/22/2025
Hall of Fame and Conservation Award Winners Recognized for Commitment to Conservation LINCOLN, Nebraska – Natural resources stakeholders and subject matter experts will be in Kearney for the annual Nebraska Association of Resources Districts (NARD) Conference Sept. 29-30, 2025. The conference...Read more

NRD Hall of Fame Inductees Announced at Husker Harvest Days

09/11/2025
LINCOLN, Nebraska – During Husker Harvest Days this morning, Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) recognized three individuals, who will be inducted into the NRD Hall of Fame later this month. “Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts involve many dedicated individuals working to protect our...Read more

Husker Harvest Days includes Free Trees and Water Testing

09/02/2025
Three individuals will be inducted into the NRD Hall of Fame LINCOLN, Nebraska – Questions about trees, flood control, water quality or cost-share programs? Stop in to visit Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts during Husker Harvest Days Sept. 9-11, 2025. “This is a great opportunity for...Read more

Soil and Water Conservation Society Honors Nebraska Award Winners

08/25/2025
This press release is courtesy of the Nebraska Chapter Soil & Water Conservation Society. The Nebraska Chapter of the Soil & Water Conservation Society (SWCS) honored 5 individuals recently at the state chapter meeting in Wahoo, Nebraska. The Nebraska Chapter was also honored at the 80th...Read more

2025 NRD Basin Tour Explores the Niobrara River

06/13/2025
LINCOLN, Nebraska – More than 80 elected directors and staff from Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) along with state and federal conservation partners gathered in Valentine June 9-10, 2025, for the annual NRD Basin Tour hosted by the Middle Niobrara and Lower Niobrara NRDs. Each year,...Read more

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