NRD Conservation Tree Program

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deb Ward, Program Assistant

                P.O. Box 148, Tekamah, NE  68061

                (402) 374-1920 ext. 101

                (855)772-4488 FAX

                deborah.ward2@ne.nacdnet.net

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

4975 trees were planted in Burt County in spring of 2013 through the Natural Resources District (NRD) Conservation Tree Program.  These trees will provide food and cover for wildlife, reduce soil erosion, protect crops and livestock, provide shade and shelter for homes, buffer noise, and add beauty to our landscape.   The Conservation Tree Program in Burt County is a joint effort of the Papio Missouri River NRD and the Lower Elkhorn NRD.

The Conservation Tree Program is now accepting Burt County orders for Spring, 2014.  A wide variety of seedlings and planting services are available at very reasonable prices.  NRD cost share and other incentives may be available for Burt County tree and shrub planting projects. Seedling prices increase after January 1, 2014 and there may be a shortage of some species, so place orders early for best selection and prices.

The 2013- 2014 Conservation Tree Program also offers a new Small Acreage Package.  The  package includes 10 Ponderosa Pine, 10 Colorado Blue Spruce, 10 Swamp White Oak, 10 Lilac and 10 Skunkbush Sumac.  The small acreage package is ideal for landowners who want to plant a variety of trees and shrubs, but don’t want to purchase a full bundle of 25 of each of species.

For more information or to place an order contact Deb Ward, PMRNRD Program Assistant    (402)374-1920 ext. 101 or Deborah.ward2@ne.nacdnet.net or visit the NRD office in the USDA Service Center, 539 S. 13^th Street in Tekamah.