Conservation News items for national

Welcome to the Conservation Newsroom!

The Newsroom is your source for the most recent land conservation news articles, updates on state and federal conservation programs, and upcoming events & workshops.

Federal and State Program Updates

USDA Unveils New Strategy to Conserve Sage Grouse Habitat on Private Lands
Department to Invest Additional $211 Million to Help Ranchers Adopt Proven Conservation Methods

https://www.landcan.org/newsroom/USDA-Unveils-New-Strategy-to-Conserve-Sage-Grouse-Habitat-on-Private-Lands/4186/

USDA Announces $235 Million Available for Innovative New Conservation Partnerships
Local coalitions can now apply for funding to improve soil health, preserve clean water, combat drought, and protect wildlife habitat.

https://www.landcan.org/newsroom/USDA-Announces-235-Million-Available-for-Innovative-New-Conservation-Partnerships/4173/

Land Conservation News

Ocmulgee National Park & Preserve Initiative
The Ocmulgee National Park and Preserve is one step closer to becoming a reality. On January 25, 2021, the National Park Service (NPS) launched public commenting on a Special Resource Study of the Ocmulgee River corridor between Macon and Hawkinsville, Georgia.

https://www.landcan.org/newsroom/Ocmulgee-National-Park-and-Preserve-Initiative/4323/

Sage grouse avoids endangered listing
Wildlife officials announced Tuesday that the greater sage grouse does not need protection as an endangered species.

https://www.landcan.org/newsroom/Sage-grouse-avoids-endangered-listing/4190/

Click a state for national and state specific information and updates on land and energy conservation topics.

Conservation Newsroom

Tweets by @YourLandCAN

Are you considering the value of carbon in your soil?
For more information, visit: