2010 marks the 75th anniversary of the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the beginning of the federal commitment to conserving natural resources on private lands....More Info
“If we take care of the land, it will take care of us"-Hugh Hammond Bennett, First NRCS Chief.
 

	Colorado NRCS Approves Two Projects to Improve Water Quality and Quantity for Agricultural Operations  New! The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Colorado has announced its approval for two projects that will help conserve water and improve water quality on agricultural working lands through the Agricultural Water Enhancement Program (AWEP), which leverages additional resources and services from conservation partners.                                                                                             ...More Info
	Colorado NRCS Announces Additional Funding for Two Conservation Programs  The Natural Resources Conservation Service announced additional conservation assistance for working lands through the Farm and Ranch Lands Protection Program (FRPP) and the Grassland Reserve Program (GRP). Colorado will receive more than $7.5 million in additional Fiscal Year 2010 funding. These voluntary programs offer private landowners the opportunity to keep productive farm and ranchland in agricultural uses and protect, restore and enhance grassland, rangeland, pastureland, shrubland and forestland.                                                                      ...More Info
	NRCS Offers Assistance for Lesser Prairie Chicken Habitat in Southeastern Colorado The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Colorado is now accepting applications until July 9, 2010 that will focus on the reduction of threats to lesser prairie chicken in the southeastern portion of the state. Prairie chickens are ground-dwelling birds, native to sand sage rangelands of the American West. Over the decades they have experienced a significant decline in population and habitat.                                                                        ...More Info

This site provides information about NRCS conservation programs, news and events, and other information of interest to our partners and to Colorado residents.
Welcome from Colorado State Conservationist, Allen Green.

Colorado NRCS State Office
655 Parfet Street, Suite E200C
Lakewood, CO 80215
Phone: 720.544.2810  Fax: 720.544.2965
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Last Modified: 07/15/2010