National Association of Conservation Districts

The National Association of Conservation Districts recently released policy recommendations for the 2023 Farm Bill.  The NACD’s Farm Bill Task Force has convened more than a dozen times to come up with recommendations that were recently approved by the NACD Board of Directors.  Their most im...

“This is an extraordinarily transformational and pivotal moment for American agriculture,” said Agriculture secretary Tom Vilsack thanking the National Association of Conservation Districts during their recent annual convention.  He expressed t...

The National Association of Conservation Districts announced this week $15 million in technical assistance grants.  The grants continue funding to nearly 500 conservation districts in 49 states and territories.  Funded by USDA's NRCS, the grant program is in its 5th year.  The pro...

The National Association of Conservation Districts was pleased to hear that USDA accepted offers of more than two million acres in Conservation Reserve Program enrollment. “We applaud USDA and commend them for their leadership in continuing to administer this critical program,” said NACD President Michael Crowder. “CRP is a ...

The National Milk Producers Federation and the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives led a coalition of 12 agricultural and conservation organizations in a letter on investments. They’re advocating for significant new funding for climate-smart agricultural practices that can help farmers to build on their environmental stewardship leadership. The ...

On Wednesday, the Department of Agriculture announced the appointment of Terry Cosby to serve as chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Cosby began his career with USDA in 1979 as a student trainee in Iowa. Over Cosby's 42 years with the agency, he has served in numerous capacities, most recently, Acting Chief of NRCS and State Conservationist for Ohio ...

On Wednesday, the National Association of Conservation Districts threw its support behind changes to the CRP program. The changes announced by Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack program include adjusting rental rates and introducing a variety of incentive payments, including a climate incentive payment. Vi ...

The new President of the National Association of Conservation Districts is from the state of Washington. Michael Crowder of West Richland said this new role is an honor. "I grew up in Southern Indiana, I understand the Midwest type farming. Now ...

A man from the Tri-Cities area has been selected as President-elect of the National Association of Conservation Districts’ Board of Directors.  Michael Crowder from West Richland, will serve a one-year term as president-elect alongside current NACD President Tim Palmer.   C...

The National Association of Conservation Districts is urging farmers to explore transitioning to conservation practices, including no-till and cover crops, to prevent further soil erosion in the face of extreme weather.   The U.S. is ...