Natural Resources Conservation Service

Maryland

United States Department of Agriculture

NRCS Works with Landowners to Create Habitat for “At-Risk” Warblers

Landowners partner with NRCS to create habitats for the golden-winged warbler and the cerulean warbler in the Appalachian region. In Maryland, foresters in Allegany County and Garrett County are targeting private forested lands to create high quality environments for these warblers.

Tom Bolt, an Allegany landowner, enrolled in the Working Lands for Wildlife program in 2013 with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, creating both cerulean warbler and golden-winged warbler habitats.

NRCS Celebrates 25 Years of Preserving Farms and Wetlands

Maryland celebrated a milestone this week as it marked the 25th anniversary of conservation easements.

Maryland Natural Resources Conservation Service joined their partners to celebrate their 25th Anniversary for Easements on June 13. State Conservationist Terron Hillsman recognized various partners by presenting them with certificates of appreciation.

Working Lands for Wildlife

Maryland farmers and forestland owners are making wildlife-friendly improvements to their working lands. Learn more about the technical and financial assistance NRCS provides to improve habitat for four target species.

Celebrating Earth Team Volunteers

Last year, Maryland volunteers contributed countless hours of service to support NRCS's critical conservation work. They chose the Earth Team because they believe that what we do today affects the next generation. Join us to make a difference in your community!

A Baltimore City High Tunnel Farm Brings Agriculture to its Urban Surroundings

In a seemingly typical urban neighborhood, The Greener Garden hides in the backyards of the urban homes in Baltimore City. High tunnels allowed Warren and Lavette Blue to grow their backyard garden to a year-round produce farm.