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 Jul. 8, 2026
by Olivia Kreie, Nebraska Farmer The Nebraska Association of Resources Districts will continue its mission to conserve, sustain and improve the state's natural resources and environment during this year's Husker Harvest Days. Whether you have questions about trees, flood control, water quality or cost-share programs, Nebraska's natural resources district staff is eager to meet visitors at the Natural Resources Hub, located at 9th and East streets. "This is a great opportunity for producers to meet with conservation agencies all in one place and learn more about cost-share programs that can benefit their operation and Nebraska's natural resources," said Ryan Reuter, NARD president. As part of a continued effort through the NRD Conservation Tree Program, NARD will be offering a free blue spruce tree seedling to attendees all three days of the show, Sept. 15-17 in Grand Island. It is a tradition displayed at Husker Harvest Days for more than 40 years, resulting in thousands of trees being given away each year. All 23 NRDs administer tree-planting programs to provide trees and shrubs for local landowners. Various districts can also assist with weed barrier installation or weed control and drip irrigation. Each year, NRDs help landowners plant more than 600,000 conservation trees. The trees planted through the program can help benefit people, animals and the environment in many ways, including: *providing shade and shelter for homes, resulting in reduced energy costs *protecting and increasing crop yield *reducing soil erosion caused by water and wind *improving water quality *controlling snow and preserving winter moisture *protecting livestock *providing food and cover for wildlife *adding beauty to the landscape Conservation support at HHD Another way to preserve the soil and nature is through native grass. At HHD, visitors can pick up free prairie grass seeds as part of the Native Prairie and Pollinator Awareness Project. No matter what part of the state attendees are traveling from, there will be an NRD representative to help answer questions regarding conservation and stewardship in their area. Visitors can also meet with other organizations such as the Nebraska Forest Service, Natural Resources Conservation Service, Farm Service Agency, The Nature Conservancy, Rainwater Basin Joint Venture and more for questions on conservation assistance, cost-share opportunities and producer programs. To read the entire article click here. Tweet |
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