Osborne County Conservation District, Kansas

07/22/2026

🇺🇸 Swing by the Osborne County Fair and check out the Osborne County USDA Service Center (FSA, NRCS, Osborne County Conservation District) fair booth display!
We’ve got conservation info, local programs, and plenty of red‑white‑and‑blue spirit. Come by and grab some goodies, and learn how we’re helping keep Osborne County growing strong!

07/16/2026

🌱 Keep the Soil Where It Belongs
Healthy soil stays on the field — not in our ditches, streams, or reservoirs. Conservation practices like cover crops, reduced tillage, and well‑managed waterways protect productivity, reduce erosion, and strengthen Osborne County’s land for the long haul. 🌾

07/09/2026

🌱 Wildlife Habitat for Stronger Operations
Well‑managed wildlife habitat does more than support quail, pheasants, and pollinators — it strengthens your acres. Shelterbelts reduce wind erosion, riparian buffers protect water quality, and native grass stands improve soil structure while providing dependable cover for wildlife.
Across Osborne County, producers are using these practices to build more resilient, productive operations. If you’re considering habitat improvements, our district team can help you identify options that fit your goals, your ground, and your long‑term management plan.

07/09/2026

07/01/2026

The Osborne, Rooks, and Graham County Conservation Districts, together with NRCS, hosted a conservation field day for the Nicodemus Educational Camp on June 25, 2026 at the Osborne Scout Cabin. Nineteen campers from Kansas and Missouri participated.
Due to rainy weather, all sessions were held indoors. Presenters included Paul Stockebrand and Brandon Tritsch (KDWPT), who covered Kansas fish and furbearer species; Brendon McCampbell and Roxton Brown (NRCS), who taught plant identification and water quality; and James Molzahn (NRCS), who discussed wind erosion.
The day ended with a conservation‑themed Jeopardy game led by NRCS staff. Lunch was prepared by Teri McNeal, Robbin Dibble, and Janel Odle, and provided by the three Conservation Districts.
NRCS and local districts remain committed to educating youth about the importance of conserving natural resources.

06/23/2026

Working Together for Osborne County during the state fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026)🌾
Every terrace built, waterway improved, and acre of brush managed reflects the dedication of our landowners and partners. Thanks to your commitment, nearly 100% of cost‑share funds stayed right here in Osborne County — strengthening conservation for generations to come.

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day!
Today we honor the dads, grandpas, and father figures who nurture the land, protect our waters, and inspire the next generation of conservationists.
Thank you for helping keep Osborne County’s natural resources strong.

06/17/2026

🌾 Brush Management Field Day Recap — Thank You for Joining Us!
We had a fantastic turnout yesterday in Alton for our Brush Management Field Day, and we want to thank everyone who came out to learn, ask questions, and take part in hands‑on demonstrations.

Producers heard from an excellent lineup of experts, including:

Doug Spencer, NRCS State Grassland Specialist — rangeland management & the benefits of prescribed burning

Keith Harmoney, K‑State Research & Extension — Old World Bluestem and brush management control strategies

Ray Gonzales, Ray’s Pasture Clearing Service — live equipment demo on brush removal

Tony Ifland, USFWS Partners for Wildlife — cost‑share opportunities

Eric Wiens, Habitat First Cost Share Program

Deepak Joshi & Jeremine Kouame, K‑State Precision Ag — drone imagery, monitoring tools, and data‑driven decision‑making

Molly Reichenborn, K‑State Research & Extension — additional insights on rangeland and vegetation management

Participants also joined us for a pasture walk, hands‑on discussions, and a close‑up look at equipment used for brush management.

Thank you to all our partners, speakers, and producers for making this event a success. Your commitment to improving rangeland health and conservation practices continues to make a real impact in Osborne County and beyond.

06/10/2026

Healthy Soil Starts Here — Don’t leave your fields unprotected this season. Cover crops build healthier soil, reduce erosion, and support long‑term productivity. Operators in Waconda WRAPS priority areas may qualify for $15–$45/acre. Apply by June 30!