There are hundreds of documented benefits to surrounding yourself, your business, or your community with trees. From physical and mental wellbeing to economic stimulus and crime reduction, planting trees on your property is a simple way to make a big impact. That’s why the Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District is once again offering its popular Conservation Trees Program this year.More...
A Visit to Bessey Nursery
Have you ever wondered where the trees come from that the NRD provides for the annual Conservation Tree Program? Get an inside look at Bessey Nursery in Halsey, Nebraska.
Best Wishes!
The NRD is celebrating the service of two employees who have been with the office almost since the beginning. Congrats on your retirements, Rod and Ken!
Soil Health Workshop Recap
More than 100 people attended the 2019 Project GROW Winter Workshop, which focused on soil health. Missed it? Never fear, we've got you covered.
York Well Watch: Partnership to Provide Cleaner Water
Improving and protecting the quality of drinking water for all residents is the goal of a continuing collaboration between the city of York and the Upper Big Blue Natural Resources District. Their latest effort in the cause is an inventory of all private wells in the Wellhead Protection Area. More...
Scholarship Opportunity
The deadline is approaching for applications for the Burke Scholarship program. This program supports students who will pursue careers in natural resources or a related field. The scholarship provides two recipients $2,000 each toward expenses at a two- or four-year Nebraska college or university. More...
Wanted: Your Opinion
Would you take a minute to help us improve? We'd like to know what you think about the Upper Big Blue NRD. Your response to this very short survey will help us to better serve you in the future. Thanks!
Tree Trauma FAQ
Spring will be here before we know it, and with it, some potential problems for the trees on your property. Be alert to the health of your trees and contact the NRD or the UNL extension office in your county if you have questions. This article gives a brief overview of tree problems we've been asked about recently: Emerald Ash Borer, Bagworm, and Pine Wilt.
