Program aims to protect riparian wetlands in Kansas
The State Conservation Commission promotes riparian and wetland protection through proper land management. Healthy areas improve water quality and habitats while reducing flood damage. Districts with approved plans may receive cost share funding for practices like streambank stabilization and wetland restoration. Participation is voluntary.
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Topeka
State Conservation Commission
Commission
Wetlands inventory begins in Kansas
NRCS state conservationist Jim Habiger announced a start of a statewide wetlands and riparian inventory on agricultural lands in Kansas. Six county teams will work over three to four years in Douglas, Lyon, Meade, Rice, Riley and Rooks counties to map wetlands for better landowner decision making and USDA program eligibility. Continued on page 15.
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Kansas
Jim Habiger
Natural Resources Conservation Service
Salina
NRCS
Soil Conservation Service
Douglas
Lyon
Meade
Rice
Riley
Rooks
Habiger
USDA
Soil conservation and the value of earth resources
A reflection on ancient respect for land and the ongoing need to conserve soil, trees, coal, and oil. It warns that neglect could worsen poverty and trigger economic decline, urging public awareness and collective action for a better environment.
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