Natural Resources Conservation Service

Oregon

United States Department of Agriculture

Restoring Clean Water in the Fletcher Gulch Watershed

Read about this grassroots effort led by farmers to modernize irrigation water delivery and improve water quality.

Restoring Clean Water in Fletcher Gulch Watershed

Improving Mule Deer Habitat, One Juniper at a Time

In Grant County, Oregon—like many communities across the West—juniper encroachment has created several challenges for natural resource managers.

One of those challenges is losing winter habitat for mule deer.

Innovations in Biochar

In Oregon, innovations in biochar for agricultural use have taken off, thanks to a Conservation Innovation Grant funded by the Oregon USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).

Conserving Water for Farmers & Fish on the Grande Ronde

Thanks to funding from USDA's Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), local partners have ramped up assistance to farmers and ranchers in the Grande Ronde River Watershed to maximize water efficiency for local agriculture while also improving salmon habitat.

Mike Burton, District Conservationist, stands on the banks of the Grande Ronde River in Union County, Oregon.

Take the Soil Your Undies Challenge!

Learn the quick and dirty way to test your soil health and see how your soil compares with other Oregon producers! For once, soiled undies are a good thing!

How healthy is your soil? Take the challenge to find out!