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Second Annual Northeast Nebraska Ag Conference Slated for Dec. 16, 2025

11/12/2025
NORFOLK, Nebraska -- The second annual Northeast Nebraska Ag Conference (NNAC) will be held Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, at Northeast Community College in Norfolk. The all-day conference will begin with registration at 8 a.m. and closing comments and door prizes wrapping up the event around 4 p.m. The...Read more

Central Platte NRD Presents Groundwater Levels Report at Nov. 20 Meeting

11/07/2025
GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska – Central Platte NRD GIS Image Analyst Luke Zakrzewski will present fall groundwater levels at the upcoming Central Platte NRD Board of Directors meeting. As part of Central Platte NRD’s Groundwater Management Program, staff measure water levels in 386 irrigation observation...Read more

Lower Big Blue NRD Accepting Conservation Tree Orders

11/06/2025
BEATRICE, Nebraska -- As of Nov. 1, the Lower Big Blue NRD is accepting conservation tree orders. This year, Lower Big Blue NRD will offer six species of evergreens, 17 deciduous species and 14 types of shrubs. Trees must be ordered in multiples of 25 and are sold for $1.50 each. The Lower Big Blue...Read more

Lower Loup NRD Encourages Landowners to Purchase Conservation Trees

10/30/2025
Written by Lower Loup NRD Information and Education Coordinator Alan Bartels as part of the Loup Lines series. Loup Lines Volume 46, No. 11 November 2025 ORD, Nebraska -- November is here and winter is quickly approaching. If they aren’t already, lots of people will soon begin thinking about trees...Read more

Lower Big Blue NRD Partners with NRCS on Indian Creek Watershed Plan

10/27/2025
LINCOLN, Nebraska – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), in partnership with Lower Big Blue Natural Resources District (NRD) received official approval in June 2025 for the Indian Creek Watershed Improvement Plan in southeastern Nebraska. The Indian...Read more

Central Platte NRD Board Approves Vadose Study

10/24/2025
GRAND ISLAND, Nebraska – The Central Platte Natural Resources District (NRD) Board of Directors approved entering into an interlocal agreement for a three-year vadose study with the Lower Loup and Upper Big Blue NRDs at their monthly meeting on Thursday. The study aims to improve understanding of...Read more

Lower Elkhorn NRD Announces Pilger Recreation Area Gift of Pavilion

10/24/2025
NORFOLK, Nebraska -- The Pilger Recreation Area, owned and managed by the Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District (NRD) has been given the gift of new life thanks to the efforts of generous donors. At their Oct. 23, 2025, board meeting, Lower Elkhorn NRD directors unanimously voted to accept the...Read more

Lower Platte South NRD Appoints New Director and Approves FY2025 Audit

10/17/2025
LINCOLN, Nebraska -- The Lower Platte South Natural Resources District (NRD) Board of Directors met Oct. 15, 2025, approving several key actions focused on district operations, financial transparency, resource programs, and recreation development. Board Welcomes New Director for Subdistrict 2 The...Read more

Lower Big Blue NRD Recreation Area Closing for the Season

10/16/2025
BEATRICE, Nebraska -- The Lower Big Blue NRD will close recreation areas to vehicle traffic for the season on Oct. 24, 2025. The following recreation areas will be closed to vehicle access: Big Indian Recreation Area, located southwest of Wymore Swanton Wildlife Management Area, located north of...Read more

Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Act Program Open for 2026 Growing Season

10/16/2025
LINCOLN, Nebraska — Nebraska’s Nitrogen Reduction Incentive Act (NiRIA) program will once again provide financial incentives to farmers who reduce nitrogen fertilizer use. The Department of Water, Energy, and Environment (DWEE), in partnership with Natural Resources Districts (NRDs), have announced...Read more

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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

Dawson County Envirothon Club Qualifies for International NCF-Envirothon

05/01/2025
LINCOLN, Nebraska – High school students from across Nebraska gathered April 30, 2025, in Omaha for the 33rd annual Nebraska State Envirothon. Dawson County Envirothon Club earned the championship title and a $1,500 prize, securing their spot to represent Nebraska at the National Conservation...Read more

NRDs Help Commemorate Arbor Day with American Linden Planting at Capitol

04/25/2025
LINCOLN, Nebraska – Joined by esteemed guests including Governor Jim Pillen and representatives from the Nebraska Forest Service, Nebraska Statewide Arboretum, and Arbor Day Foundation, Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts (NRDs) celebrated Arbor Day by planting an American Linden on the...Read more

Gov. Pillen Declares Statewide Burn Ban Through April 30, 2025

04/24/2025
Governor Pillen Declares Emergency, Mobilizes Nebraska National Guard and Issues Statewide Burn Ban Following Fire in Brown County LINCOLN, Nebraska – Governor Jim Pillen has authorized the Nebraska National Guard to mobilize 29 soldiers and airmen to assist local volunteer fire departments, which...Read more

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