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Longleaf Pines Replace Lost Timber: Alabama doctor rebuilds forest; gopher tortoises gain habitat

After Hurricane Ivan wreaked havoc on his timber farm, Dr. Salem Saloom pivoted to planting longleaf pine trees known for their resilience. With assistance from the Natural Resources Conservation Service, he cultivated this species, which not only revitalized his land but helped establish a thriving habitat for gopher tortoises. Saloom's…

The Times of India · Nov 10

Wisconsin family manages 500-acre forest for wildlife and timber; shortlisted for state conservation award

Jesse and Kylie Sebero are managing over 500 acres of forest in Marinette County, Wisconsin. They focus on timber production while ensuring ecological balance and wildlife conservation. The couple also opens their land for educational tours, helping others learn about forest management. They have been nominated for the 2026 Wisconsin…

The Times of India · Nov 9

Ranch Easement Preserves Habitat: Winn descendants shield 165 acres; Blanco River recharge gains

Four Winns Ranch in Texas, a treasured historical site, is preserved through dedicated efforts by the Winn family alongside conservation partners. Spanning 165 acres, this land is vital for protecting local wildlife habitats and water sources. Originally acquired by the noteworthy artist James Buchanan Buck Winn Jr., the ranch possesses…

The Times of India · Nov 1

Louisiana landowner turns 300 flood-prone acres into a wildlife corridor

A Louisiana landowner planned to raise cattle and grow soybeans on his property. However, repeated flooding from the Boeuf River made farming difficult. Michael Liles, who runs the land-development business 5L Land Development, turned to wetland restoration with help from the US Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).…

The Times of India · Oct 14

$2.8M in public funding protects a 58-acre Utah ranch from development while cattle continue grazing

Secured through public funding, a 58-acre ranch in Heber Valley, Utah, is preserved to avert urban sprawl. The Flying A Ranch Preserve will remain dedicated to agriculture, supporting cattle grazing and hay production. The conservation project, supported by nearly $2.8 million in various funding, is crucial for preserving local wildlife…

The Times of India · Oct 13

Vermont farmer grows family dairy into a 550-acre conservation program

The Choiniere family farm in northern Vermont has grown from a small dairy started with 14 cows on 100 acres into a much larger operation while placing greater attention on the land around it. Today, the farm is part of a 550-acre dairy operation where conservation work focuses on soil,…

The Times of India · Sep 21

DOGE lease cancellations: Which government offices could be closed this year and when

The General Services Administration, working with Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, has notified landlords that federal agencies will be terminating hundreds of leases for offices and buildings in the coming months

The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2025

Kentucky state agencies enter new agreement with USDA to strengthen forest protection

The Commonwealth and the United States Department of Agriculture signed an agreement meant to boost forest health across the state.

WEKU · Aug 10, 2023

Senate reconciliation keeps farms, forests in climate formula

The Senate’s revived reconciliation deal would keep agricultural conservation, forestry and renewable fuels in the Democrats’ formula for fighting climate change.

Tribune News Service · Aug 2, 2022

Senate reconciliation keeps farms, forests in climate formula - Roll Call

The measure proposes more than $20 billion for agriculture provisions, including biofuels, conservation and wildfire prevention.

Roll Call · Aug 2, 2022