NRCS-South Dakota
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Through a network of local field offices, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service helps private landowners protect and enhance natural resources.
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Conservation planners understand each producer has unique challenges to their operations. Comprehensive conservation plans can increase overall effectiveness of the practices because they are implemented more strategically: nrcs.usda.gov/state-offices/… @IowaNRCS
The enhanced Rangeland Analysis Platform offers insight into vegetation and production trends on US rangelands, offering users valuable data to better inform land management decisions. wlfw.org/new-rap-datase… @USDA_ARS @umontana @BLMNational
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New RAP Dataset Provides Additional Functionality and Improved Vegetation Monitoring | Working...
New 10-meter dataset adds increased functionality, more vegetation cover types, and increased accuracy and precision across western U.S.
Rotating crops and increasing the biodiversity in your fields can help prevent disease and pest problems. Using cover crops and increasing diversity within crop rotations improves soil health and soil function, reduces costs, and increases profitability. nrcs.usda.gov/conservation-b…
European honeybees get a lot of buzz, but native pollinators are estimated to pollinate 75% of flowering plants around the world. Did you know more than 3,500 species of native bees help increase crop yields?
For 90 years, we've been focused on the farmer. Through one-on-one, personalized advice, we work with producers and communities to find the best solutions to meet their unique conservation and business goals. This is a photo of us working with a landowner (on left) in the 80’s.
Grazing land managers nationwide are testing out and investing in virtual fence options that manage livestock distribution and movement without the physical barrier of a traditional fence. Visit us to talk through virtual fence considerations.
Chief Bettencourt is “Dishin’ the Dirt” on how rotational grazing helped a Missouri cow/calf operation improve the health of their animals and pastures. Rotational grazing allows pastures to rest and recover, promoting healthier forage growth, improving soil health and more.
Voluntary conservation has been our guiding principle since our founding. Why? Because it works! We work with you to implement solutions tailored to your operation. No mandates, just science-based assistance. Reach out and see how we can help. nrcs.usda.gov/contact/find-a…
Whoa there, that’s a lot of wind erosion! If it gets really gusty where you live, remember that the folks at your nearest NRCS office and your local Conservation District staff want to help you keep your soil grounded. nrcs.usda.gov/contact/find-a… 📹 Day County Conservation District
Last week, Associate Chief Aspey visited Ryan, a Garretson, SD producer and participant in our EQIP program. Ryan said, “If it weren’t for the EQIP program, I don’t think I would still be farming.” Check out the sweet soil pit they dug to see Ryan’s cover crop root systems.
Yesterday, we celebrated the Father of Soil Conservation. Born in 1881, Hugh Hammond Bennett’s passion for healthy soil led to the creation of NRCS and a nationwide movement to protect our most valuable resource – our land.
Have you ever been to the Dale Demonstration farm near Huron, SD?! This farm showcases the following conservation practices- ⚪️Saline and Salty Soil Management ⚪️Grazing Management ⚪️Nutrient Fixation The @NRCS_SD invites you to visit the farm to learn more!
This week, the ecological threats to our South Dakota grasslands are displayed at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism. Pictured is Lieutenant Governor Rhoden (center), NRCS State Conservationist Tony Sunseri (far right), SDACD, and legislators. #travelsouthdakota
New funding is available through the Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production grants program. Learn more and apply by March 10: usda.gov/about-usda/new…
Have you ever considered using a prescribed fire for grassland management? The @NRCS_SD has technical and financial resources available that you can learn more about on today's Dakota Farm Talk!
New year, new you, new opportunities! Check out this article to see how the NRCS works with producers to help balance effective farming practices with environmental conservation methods! NRCS support for modern farmers | South Dakota Ag Connection southdakotaagconnection.com/news/nrcs-supp…
Valeree DeVine, of the United States Department of Agriculture, Natural Resources Conservation Service, in South Dakota was recently awarded NRCS’s national Mentor of the Year from Chief Terry Cosby! Congrats Valeree! Read more about her achievement here! nrcs.usda.gov/conservation-b…
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South Dakota NRCS Employee Awarded Mentor of the Year | Natural Resources Conservation Service
Valeree DeVine, Upper James Regional Unit Conservationist
Take care of your soil and it’ll take care of you. nrcs.usda.gov/conservation-b… #soilhealth
👋Today's story is a UNIQUE one as we celebrate our host Pam Geppert receiving the Excellence in Cooperative Conservation from the @NRCS_SD! Learn more about Geppert's conservation story and experiences in todays story! @NRCS_SD
We may not be as slow as the Zootopia DMV, but our processes can take time to work through. If you find yourself with a few minutes of free time, visit us to start discussing assistance options that could help you reach the goals you have for your land. 📸 : Disney
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