Conservation News from April, 2012

Conservation News 04/23/2012

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Pecos River Watershed Protection Plan sets April 23-24 field days
South Texas onion crop reeling from storms
Senate bill proposes 21st Century US farm supports
USDA unveils new food hub resource guide to expand market opportunities for farmers and ranchers
Lampasas River watershed workshop set May 3

Conservation News 04/17/2012

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May 9 water quality training to focus on Paso del Norte Watershed
Willie Holmon honored by Texas Small Farmers & Ranchers CBO
USDA calls on farmers to participate in ag census
GAO study points to crop insurance savings
Wildlife conservation efforts to benefit Lesser Prairie Chicken

Conservation News 04/12/2012

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Feral Hog Behavior, Control Workshop in Kaufman County May 4
Texas wheat better than expected
Why Texas Water Planners Worry about Mussels
Earth Day 2012: The Difference is in Your Hands
Wetland field day to be hosted at Sheldon Lake State Park

Conservation News 04/04/2012

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Comments accepted on watershed protection plan for Geronimo and Alligator creeks
May 9 training to focus on Paso del Norte watershed
HPWD launches online water meter reporting site
Century farms encouraged to apply for Family Land Heritage Program
Sign-Up and Re-Enrollment Deadline Extended For CRP General Sign-Up

Conservation News 04/02/2012

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Coastal Bend Bays and Estuaries Program adds acreage at the Nueces Delta Preserve
Wetland Field Day at Sheldon Lake State Park to be held April 19th
Growing dairy industry mindful of water use
Corn futures spike on USDA report
NRCS Research Verifies Record Setting Drought