Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District welcomes new conservation forester

Soil health practices such as cover crops are an important management tool to reduce erosion, suppress weeds, and improve water infiltration and water holding capacity in soil, yet for some growers the financial risk involved in making the change to a new practice is too...

York-area 4th graders get hands-on nature education

During March and April 2025, Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District (NRD) staff measured roughly 500 observation wells throughout the district to determine the average water level change, based on a weighted change from each well. For spring 2025 water level measureme...

Connecting on Conservation Farmer Field Day Event Held

Community group to receive NRD funds for new park project

When is the right time to prune a maple tree? How much should I take off when pruning an apple tree? Where is the right spot to make the cut? And when should I call a professional arborist?

Irrigation study ​shows reduced irrigation and healthy crops

Tree Trim Tips