USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service

A Voice For Resilience: Mississippi Farmer Builds Climate-Smart Legacy USDA’s Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities is paving the way for equity through initiatives like the National Black Growers Council (NBGC) project. Over 100 black row-crop farmers are receiving financial and technical support to test regenerative agricultural practices and enhance climate resiliency. Meet Christi Bland-Miller, a fourth-generation rice and soybean farmer. She's carrying forward her father's sustainable legacy by participating in both the NBGC and USA Rice Federation, Inc.’s climate-smart rice projects. A proactive spokesperson for minority farmers, she hopes that her participation demonstrates the benefits of climate-smart, regenerative agriculture practices – sequestering carbon, reducing methane, improving soil health and creating additional income sources beyond traditional commodity sales. https://lnkd.in/exy9YBhu

Equity in Conservation Spotlight: Supporting village-driven agriculture in rural Alaska Did you know that 95 percent of food purchased in Alaska is imported? Food security is of paramount concern for all Alaskans. It’s oncerning for communities in remote villages not connected to the state’s road system that are only accessible by plane or boat. Even the simple process of starting a garden and getting the necessary supplies and equipment to the village is a logistical and expensive challenge.  https://lnkd.in/eAF6MAsn

Equity in Conservation Spotlight: Participatory conservation through subsistence agriculture in Tyonek Tribal Conservation District Public participation in federal projects is crucial, but often feels overwhelming for Alaska Native communities managing multiple agencies and projects. As Laurie Stuart from Tyonek Tribal Conservation District notes, a culturally responsive approach that respects the long-term stewardship of these communities is essential for successful integration of short-term programs. https://lnkd.in/ePiTuCiR

Attention Colorado job seekers! Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is hiring Natural Resource Specialist positions located in Colorado. The closing date is 12/17/2024, so get your application in soon. This job will close when they receive 30 applications. The primary purpose of this position is to provide technical assistance directly to Tribal individuals and entities with an emphasis on implementing Farm Bill programs through best management practices on croplands, naturalized areas, range, and pasture lands uses. Come join our team and apply today! https://lnkd.in/ecmG6a7v

Happy World Soil Day! We love soil! In fact, it’s why we do what we do. Did you know we used to be called the Soil Conservation Service? Soil is a precious resource that provides the world's food, fuel and fiber. We must all work together to protect it! https://lnkd.in/gFPR5Kkb

Your field doesn’t care if you have a bit of stubble, so why worry if your field has some stubble, too? Join No-Till Nolan on his no-shave/no-till journey this November as he learns more about the benefits of leaving the stubble. 

574 federally recognized tribes and Alaska Native Villages have sovereign interest, including overseeing agricultural production and conservation, of more than 119 million acres of land across the United States. We are committed to carrying out our federal trust responsibilities by ensuring we have tribal operations built into our organizational structure.   As a result of Nation-to-Nation consultations as well as regional meetings with Tribal nations, we’re proud to announce we’re increasing our service and commitment to Tribes in the following ways:  1. Hiring a Tribal Relations Director and establishing an Office of Tribal Relations within the Office of the Chief.  2. Filling positions dedicated to tribal conservation.  3. Providing housing assistance on tribal lands (in partnership Department of the Interior).  4. Implementing a tribal knowledge training plan.  5. Creating an advanced tribal development program.  6. Properly recording tribal conservation data.   https://lnkd.in/e72r_jxi

Work smarter, not harder, right? Park that plow and give yourself the gift of time and money saved all at once! Switching to no-till farming not only gives back to the soil, it also gives you more free time and cost savings by reducing the amount of time and fuel spent in the field.  #LeavetheStubble #NoTillNovember

The Yup'ik Eskimo community in the remote village of Hooper Bay, Alaska noticed that ATVs were destroying native bird and wildlife habitat. This threatened their subsistence lifestyle for future generations. The community worked with partners on a solution. The Hooper Bay village partnered with the local native Sea Lion Corporation and USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service to design and construct a hardened walkway that protects nesting bird habitat on the tundra while allowing safe human access for subsistence activities. Hooper Bay is in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, accessible only by barge or airplane, making the subsistence lifestyle vital to the Yup'ik community.

Want to help ensure a climate-resistant, sustainable future for American agriculture, forests, and natural resources? NRCS is hiring a Civil Engineer to oversee the planning, design, installation, and maintenance of critical soil and water conservation projects in Bryan, Texas. Applications close at 11:59 EST on 12/2/2024; please review the full job announcement for eligibility and qualification information, as well as instructions to apply. https://lnkd.in/g8deHnns