| |
![NRCS This Week](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090117123245im_/http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/news/images/thisweek.gif)
Friday, November 3, 2000 Washington, DC.
|
"I feel pain and anger that in your rush toward development, the fabric of this globe has been rent, and what you call the biosphere or ecosphere but my people more simply call Mother has been so neglected and hurtOur elders tell us we have to do more than save what is left of traditional homelands. We need to contribute to an overall change of mindso that human kind can begin to initiate strategies which will preserve and sustain the environment that all cultures and nations share."
-- Ruby Dunstan, Lytton Indian Band
- Focus on the Field
- California: Chinese Delegates Visit Modesto
- Kentucky: Louisville Plays Host to National FFA
- New Hampshire: A Century in the Making
- New Jersey: Secrets of the Soil
- North Carolina: Sandy Island Initiative "Digs-In"
- Tennessee: Backyard Conservation at Camp Easter Seals
- Virginia: Virginia Soil Scientists Team Up With Students
Awards and Accolades
- 2000 Partnership Awarded by NRCS
-
- What's Up In Washington
- November is American Indian Heritage Month
- NRCS 2000-2005 Strategic Plan Finalized
- Comprehensive Nutrient Management Planning Technical Guidance Briefings Held
- FY 2001 Agriculture Appropriations Bill Signed
- 2001 National Wetlands Awards
-
- Tech Tips
- Three New Courses from the Social Sciences Institute (SSI)
-
- USDA/NRCS 'NetNewsLinks:
- NEW! Ag Day, syndicated nationally to 200 television stations, aired an NRCS story this week on Dairy Nutrient Management (EQIP Program, NRCS). Although the story is longer on Ag Day's Website, check out the site anyway at www.agday.com.
- The Clean Water Action Plan Reinvention Team has posted its final report, Clean Water Action Plan Watershed Reinvention Opportunities at www.cleanwater.gov/reinvent.
- NRCS National Water and Climate Center Snow-Precipitation Update for the West
- NRCS Legislative Summaries
Also on the 'Net:
- Crop Residue Survey application - CropRes - allows users to upload survey transect data, enter county profile data (county crop acres), and adjust tillage percentages. CropRes is now available at http://calais.itc.nrcs.usda.gov/ctic/ (A PMRS user ID and logon are required to enter this site).
- Computer Tools Now Available to Field Offices! Field office personnel now have access to better tools to reduce paperwork, improve efficiency, and allow more time to work in the field with customers. Computer tools are available at http://www.info.usda.gov/NRCS/FOWR/
- AGRICOLA: USDA's AGRICultural Online Access
- e-Notes from NACD: Weekly news briefs from the National Association of Conservation Districts
-
- Conference & Training Connection!
- See the alphabetical-by-subject list of upcoming events. See NEW! additions under water quality!
FOCUS ON THE FIELD
Chinese Delegates Visit Modesto -
NRCS District Conservationist Mike McElhiney recently put on his hat as "international conservation ambassador" by presenting an overview of soil types found in Modesto, California, to 16 members of the Yunnan, China, Agricultural Economics & Management Delegation. The delegates included Director of Yunnan Institute of Tropical Crops; Senior Agronomist of Agricultural Sciences Research Institute; Associate Professor of Yunnan Academy of Agricultural Sciences; and the President of the Yunnan Machinery Research and Planning Institute. They listened to presentations on agricultural marketing, conservation issues, how American farms operate, and rice growing techniques. Yunan, the eighth largest province in China, is home to 41 million people. Your contact is Jolene Lau, NRCS Public Affairs Specialist, at 831-754-1595.
Louisville Plays Host to National FFA -
Once again, Louisville, Kentucky, played host to the national FFA convention. This is the second year of a 6-year commitment where USDA and NRCS share exhibit space at the event. Secretary Glickman made a surprise appearance and addressed the group during the opening summit on Thursday. Over 35,000 people attended. This year marked the 20th year of NRCS participation in the career show exhibit area. Your contacts are Tom Leverman, NRCS Conservation Communications Staff, at 202-720-2536 or Lois Jackson, NRCS Public Affairs Specialist, at 859-224-7372.
A Century in the Making -
NRCS in New Hampshire can be proud of the coordination and technical assistance it has contributed to one of the largest salt marsh restoration projects ever. Culverts are being installed and the tidal portion of the Little River widened near the town of North Hampton to restore adequate tidal flow to the marsh and relieve storm water flooding problems.
Restoration of the Little River Salt Marsh has taken almost a century to achieve. In 1994, NRCS began providing technical leadership and during that time has provided more than $400,000 in cost sharing through the Wetlands Reserve Program to North Hampton. NRCS has also provided leadership in ecosystem restoration and engineering to several other New Hampshire towns to restore salt marshes along the coast and around the Great Bay. For more in-depth information on the Little River Marsh restoration project, visit the website at http://www.nh.nrcs.usda.gov/ and click on "Construction is underway on the Little River Salt Marsh" Your contact is Dr. Alan Ammann, NRCS Biologist, at 603-868-7581, ext. 103 or aammann@nh.usda.gov.
Secrets of the Soil -
Secrets of the Soil were revealed to Newark Star-Ledger readers in New Jersey. Part of a series for the new gardener, Gardening 101, the soils article was the lead story in a recent Home & Garden section of the State's most widely circulated newspaper. Chris Smith, NRCS New Jersey soil scientist, provided the Star-Ledger reporter with background on the importance of soil and was frequently quoted in the article. Your contact is Irene Lieberman, NRCS Public Affairs Specialist, at 732-246-1171 x 124 or ilieberman@nj.nrcs.usda.gov.
Sandy Island Initiative "Digs-In" -
A groundbreaking ceremony was held recently for the Sandy Island Drinking Water and Quality of Life Improvement Initiative. NRCS South Carolina State Conservationist Walt Douglas provided comments and Onetha Elliott, the island's oldest resident, cut the ribbon at the groundbreaking. Approximately 100 participants traveled by boat via the intercoastal waterway to attend the event, which featured a tour and an art show with watercolor paintings by a local artist. NRCS will provide planning, engineering, and technical assistance to develop natural resource plans to reduce shoreline erosion, roadway stabilization, and $40,000 in construction funds for installation practices to protect and conserve soil and water resources on Sandy Island. Your contact is Perdita Belk, NRCS Public Affairs Specialist at 803-765-5402.
Backyard Conservation at Camp Easter Seals -
Tennessee NRCS District Conservationist Christy Luna presented a program on backyard conservation recently at NatureLink, a weekend camp for inner city children and their families. The activity is held each year at Camp Easter Seals in Wilson County in middle Tennessee.
Her presentation on backyard conservation included a demonstration on how to make bird feeders from paper towel rolls and 2-liter bottles. Participants were given an opportunity to join in by making their own planters from milk jugs and 2-liter bottles. Approximately 55 children and adults attended the program. Your contact is Lavonne Winters, NRCS Public Affairs Specialist, at 615-277-2535.
Virginia Soil Scientists Team Up With Students -
Dr. John Galbraith, professor at Virginia Tech University, and David Kriz, NRCS State Soil Scientist recently led a 3-day trip through Virginia for 40 environmental studies and soil science students from "Tech." The purpose of the tour was to offer the students an opportunity to study different soils and to see what their lives might be like as scientists. The trip featured professional soil scientists from NRCS, Virginia Tech, and private consulting firms who provided opportunities to pair off with teams of students to study soils and talk about careers in conservation. Your contact is David Kriz, NRCS State Soil Scientist, at 804/287-1646.
AWARDS & ACCOLADES
2000 Partnership Awarded by NRCS -
The NRCS West Region awarded its 2000 Partnership Award to the California Association of Resource Conservation Districts for helping develop and carry out a strategy that resulted in $2 million for a 2-year project for watershed coordinators. They were also recognized for managing a $2.25 million Total Resource Management grant from the Bureau of Reclamation for resource management in five conservation districts, work on the Endangered Species MOU with State and Federal agencies, and outreach activities telling landowners about conservation.
The NRCS West Region's partnership recognition program is in its second year. The purpose of the program is to give visibility to the work that others do in getting conservation onto private lands. Your contact is Rachel Lopez, NRCS Administrative Program Assistant, at 530-792-5606.
WHAT'S UP IN WASHINGTON
November is American Indian Heritage Month -
During November, the Nation celebrates the important contributions that American Indians have made to this country. Throughout the history of the United States, American Indians have been an integral part of the American character and culture. Tribal traditions have brought values and ideas that have become ingrained in the American spirit: the knowledge that humans can thrive and prosper without destroying the natural environment; the understanding that people from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, and traditions can come together to build a great country; and the awareness that diversity can be a source of strength rather than division. Celebrate American Indian Heritage Month!
NRCS 2000-2005 Strategic Plan Finalized -
The NRCS 2000-2005 Strategic Plan, which lays out agency goals and objectives for the next 5 years, has been finalized. The broad resource-based plan is built on a foundation of local input, resource assessment and analysis, consultations and public forums, regional strategic planning and outreach, and extensive review. Data and information from NRCS' Integrated Accountability System were used to identify priorities and develop performance targetsThe plan reflects NRCS' continuing commitment to helping people conserve, maintain, and improve the Nation's natural resources and underscores our dedication to a tradition of service, partnership, community action, and technical excellence. Chief Pearlie Reed sees the planas clearly representing the agency's priorities and providing the foundation for NRCS funding requests over the next 5 years. Your contact is Dan Lawson, Director, NRCS Strategic and Performance Planning Division, at 202-690-0467.
Comprehensive Nutrient Management Planning Technical Guidance Briefings Held -
The NRCS Animal Husbandry & Clean Water Programs Division held briefings for NHQ staff and outside groups this week in preparation for the release of the Comprehensive Nutrient Management Planning (CNMP) Technical Guide. Last week NRCS staff briefed House Agriculture Committee staffers and will do the same for the Senate Agriculture Committee in November. The purpose of this guide is to provide technical guidance for the development of CNMPs and will be used by NRCS and its conservation partners, local and State field staffs, private consultants, and landowners/operators. Your contact is Tom Christensen, Director, NRCS Animal Husbandry & Clean Water Programs Division, at 301-504-2196.
FY 2001 Agriculture Appropriations Bill Signed -
The FY 2001, $78.1 billion agriculture appropriation Conference Report (H.R. 4461) was signed into law on October 28. States and regions have received their allocations this week. A detailed table outlining NRCS funding can be found at http://www.nhq.nrcs.usda.gov/LA/October16.pdf.
2001 National Wetlands Awards -
The Environmental Law Institute is now accepting nominations for the 2001 National Wetlands Awards. The National Wetlands Awards program honors exceptional individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary effort, innovation, and excellence in wetland conservation through programs or projects at the regional, State, or local level. Outstanding wetlands educators, activists, scientists, and conservationists will be selected as recipients for their exemplary contributions to the conservation and restoration of the Nation's wetlands. Award winners will be honored at a Capitol Hill ceremony in Spring 2001. Completed nomination forms are due by December 15, 2000. Forms can be downloaded from the ELI website at http://www.eli.org/nwa/nomination01.htm. Please note that organizations and Federal employees are not eligible for nomination. If you have questions or need additional information, contact Dorigen Fried at 202-939-3250 or wetlandsawards@eli.org.
TECH TIPS
Three New Courses from the Social Sciences Institute (SSI) -
The SSI has announced three new training courses. The Leader in You training seminars can be viewed over satellite transmissions on television and are also available on videotape. The SSI web site below has a list of past and upcoming sessions. Under final review is Consultation with American Indian Governments, that will be available later this fiscal year. Developing Your Skills to Involve Communities in Implementing Locally Led Conservation, one of Science and Technology Consortium's priority courses, will also be available later this fiscal year following a "train-the-trainer" session conducted with State NRCS representatives. This course will be a combination of video, classroom training, exercises, and a web-based real time evaluation of locally led planning activities. For a listing of SSI courses and products, visit SSI website at http://people.nrcs.wisc.edu/SocSciInstitute/socanthrTraining.htm. Your contact is Frank Clearfield, Director, NRCS Social Sciences Institute, at 336-334-7058 or clearf@ncat.edu.
CONFERENCE & TRAINING CONNECTION
November 3, 2000
As a service to NRCS personnel and the agency's partners, "NRCS This Week" offers the following by-subject list of conferences and training sessions. To add an event, please send an e-mail message to fred.jacobs@usda.gov
- AFO/CAFO
- Agricultural Economics
- Agroforestry/Forestry
- Agronomy
- Air Quality
- Animal Residuals Management
- Coastal Zone Management
- Environmental Education
- Farmland Preservation
- Grazing Land & Grassland
- Irrigation
- Locally Led Conservation
- Mining & the Environment
- Partnerships
- Soil Science/Erosion Control
- Water Quality
- Watersheds
- Wetlands
-
-
AFO/CAFO
-
- The Innovative Technology for Planning Animal Feeding Operations
- December 4-6
- Denver, Colorado, Renaissance Denver Hotel
- Attendees will be producers, government agencies, businesses, and consultants writing comprehensive nutrient management plans. Topics include land application technologies, alternative manure uses, air quality control strategies, mitigation of impacted sites, filter strips, etc. Exhibitors: $400.00 with two free registrations. Posters: Individuals presenting posters should be registered for the conference. Contact Ron Schierer, at 970-330-0380 or ron.schierer@co.usda.gov or Mike Collins at 307-682-8843, ext. 113, or mike.collins@wy.usda.gov
- TO TOP
Agricultural Economics
-
- American Agricultural Economics Associtaion Annual (AAEA) Meeting
- August 5-8, 2001
- Chicago, Illinois
- AAEA seeks submission for posters, papers, organized symposia and free sessions for the 2001 annual meeting in Chicago. For more information, contact Nancy Herselius at 515-233-3202, or nancy@aaea.org or visit the meeting website at http://www.aaea.org/meetings/.
- TO TOP
Agroforestry/Forestry
-
- Forest Utilization Conference
- May 1-3, 2001
- Wagoner OK
- The Ouachita Mountains Resource Conservation and Development, Inc. will sponsor its 6th annual Forest Utilization Conference and Equipment Exposition at the Western Hills Guest Resort in Sequoyah State Park on the shores of Lake Fort Gibson. For information, contact Gary Garman, Coordinator for Ouachita Mountains RC&D Council, at (918)-423-2479, fax 918-423-0793, email omrcandd@icok.net or visit the web site http://www.icok.net/~omrcandd
-
- Southern Forest Science Conference: Contributions of Forest Research to Sustainable Forestry Preliminary Conference Announcement and Call for Papers
- November 26 - 28, 2001
- Renaissance Waverly Hotel, Atlanta, Georgia
- The Southern Forest Science Conference will highlight the history and future of research in sustainable forestry. The conference is for anyone interested in the science of southern forests and is open to researchers, research managers and research users as well as policymakers, landowners and other interested stakeholders. Call for Papers: Topics, deadlines and other information can be found at the conference website at http://www.southernforestscience.net/ For more information contact www.southernforestscience.net or the USDA Forest Service, Southern Research Station at (828)-257-4302.
- TO TOP
Agronomy
-
- The 2000 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Agronomy
- November 5-9
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- The American Society of Agronomy, the Soil Science Society of America, and the Crop Science Society will host the annual meeting of the American Society of Agronomy. For more information, visit the meeting website at http://www.asa-cssa-sssa.org/olr99/ or http://www.Agronomy.org or http://www.Crops.org or http://www.Soils.org. Registration packets can be requested directly from the American Society Agronomy Headquarters Office, 677 South Segoe Road, in Madison, Wisconsin 53711-1086. Pre-registration ends September 22.
- TO TOP
Air Quality
-
- Future Directions in Air Quality Research
- February 12-15, 2001
- Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
- Conference topics will focus on ecological, atmospheric, regulatory/policy and educational issues. The conference is sponsored by the Air Resources Research Consortium. For more information contact Sherrie Knott at (919) 515-2261 or visit the conference website at http://www2.ncsu.edu/cpe/airqualconf.html
- TO TOP
Animal Residuals Management
-
- Animal Residuals Management Conference--Issues and Solutions
- November 12-14
- Kansas City, Missouri
- The conference will feature three session tracks: issues and environmental assessments, solutions and technology, and policy. Topics include: applied solutions for animal manure use and disposal, nutrient management in watersheds, public health risks associated with agricultural use of animal manure, and case studies on the beneficial use of animal manure. Deadline for submittal of abstracts is June 23. For details, contact: Water Environment Federation, 601 Wythe Street, Alexandria, Virginia, 22314-1994. Phone: (703) 684-2438. NRCS co-sponsors.
-
- Innovative Technologies for Planning Animal Feeding Operations
- December 4-6, 2000
- Renaissance Denver Hotel, Denver, Colorado
- Workshops include: "Comprehensive Nutrient Management Planning (CNMP)" and "Seepage Control in Ag Waste Ponds" Other topics include: emerging technologies associated with animal feeding operations which can be adapted to the Great Plains; land application technologies; alternative uses of manure; air quality control strategies including ammonia, dust, odor, and green house gasses; systems approach to CNMP; planning to prevent adverse environmental impacts; monitoring AFOs; diet/feed additives; and handling animal mortality. Exhibit and poster space available. For more information, contact ron.schierer@ks.nrcs.usda.gov or Myron Senechal at 701-530-2085 or myron.senechal@nd.usda.gov.
- TO TOP
Coastal Zone Management
-
- Coastal Zone 01
- July 15-19, 2001
- Cleveland, Ohio
- CZ01 will feature important lessons learned by coastal managers around the world and models of successful partnerships, such as that established in the Great Lakes, where two sovereign nations jointly manage water and living resources of this great "inland sea." Cleveland offers an outstanding opportunity to examine how local and regional issues are connected to worldwide influences of culture and commerce, climate and biology. For more information, visit the conference website at http://www.csc.noaa.gov/cz2001/conference.html.
-
- TO TOP
-
-
- Environmental Education
-
- New Beginnings, ASFMRA 2000 Annual Convention & Trade Show
- November 9-11, 2000
- Opryland Hotel, Nashville, Tennessee
- The theme is New Beginnings, and the program includes an in-depth look at key issues in the future of agriculture, including a session with Jim Lyons.
- For more information about the conference, visit the website at http://www.asfmra.org/fmeetings.htm
- TO TOP
- Farmland Preservation
-
- Winning Through Wise Land Use Conference
- March, 2001
- Tennessee, Federal and private partners will conduct a seminar for developers, conservationists, and others interested in lessening the impact of development on the State's natural resources. For more information contact Larry Blick, NRCS Assistant State Conservationist for Field Support, at 615-736-5490 or lblick@tn.nrcs.usda.gov
- TO TOP
- Grazing Land & Grassland
-
- First National Conference on Grazing Lands
- December 5-8
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Economic and environmental effects of proper grazing land management. Sponsored by NACD, Grazing Lands and Public Lands Committee, the Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative (GLCI), and others. Contact John W. Peterson at 703-455-4387 or fax at 703-455-6886 or jwpeterson@erols.com or visit the conference website at http://www.glci.org/Call.htm#National Conference.
- TO TOP
- Irrigation
-
- 21st Annual International Irrigation Show
- November 12 14
- Phoenix Civic Plaza, Phoenix, Arizona
- The Irrigation Association's 21st irrigation show will feature the American Society of Agricultural Engineers' 4th Decennial National Irrigation Symposium. Irrigation training opportunities are available prior to, during, and after the show. For more information about the show, visit the website at http://www.irrigation.org.
-
- 4th Decennial (every 10 years) National Irrigation Symposium
- November 14 - 16
- Phoenix Civic Plaza, Phoenix, Arizona
- American Society of Agricultural Engineers will host a symposium featuring numerous irrigation technical presentations For more information about the symposium, visit the website at www.asae.org.
- TO TOP
- Locally Led Conservation
-
- National Conference on Locally Led Conservation Efforts
- June 3-5, 2001
- Nebraska City, Nebraska, Lied Conference Center on the Arbor Day Farm
- NRCS, the National Arbor Day Foundation, and the National Association of Conservation Districts will sponsor a national forum for individuals and groups to share lessons learned about locally led or locally driven conservation efforts and to stimulate the advances of this "bottom up" approach to natural resource management.
-
- Program focus: Locally led or locally driven conservation is an effort to empower citizens a community to work effectively to assess the health of their land and to address collectively their conservation priorities using the programmatic tools and resources available from Federal, State, and local governments, as well as private sources.
-
- How to submit a presentation proposal: E-mail a 250-word proposal or executive summary with the name, title, organization name, mail address, voice and fax numbers, and e-mail address of each presenter to jparsons@arborday.org. In your proposal include what the listener will gain, the format of the presentation (lecture, case study, panel, etc.), and the presentation time desired with Q&A. Attach a biographical sketch with relevant education and experience, including speaking experiences. E-mail submissions due by October 31, 2000. Notification will be given by mid-December. For more information, visit the conference website at http://www.arborday.org/programs/conferences.html
- TO TOP
- Mining & the Environment
-
- Conference on Tailings and Mine Waste
- January 15-18, 2001
- Fort Collins, Colorado
- A forum for members of the mining community, engineers, and scientists concerned with environmental issues related to tailings and mine waste management. Abstracts due by June 2. To submit an abstract or for more information, contact Linda Hinshaw, Department of Civil Engineering, Colorado State Univeristy, (970) 491-6081, or at lhinshaw@engr.colostate.edu
- TO TOP
- Partnerships
-
- 2001 National Association of Conservation Districts' Annual Meeting
- February 4-8
- Fort Worth, Texas
- Contact Robert Raschke on (303) 988-1810.
-
- TO TOP
- Soil Science/Erosion Control
-
- Soil Erosion Research for the 21st Century - An International Symposium
- January 3-5, 2001
- Honolulu, Hawaii, Ala Moana Hotel
- World-renowned soil erosion scientists will participate as keynote speakers, as well as moderators of discussion panels, to provide their viewpoints on the current status of soil erosion research and directions needed in the future. Additionally, discussion groups composed of all participants at the conference will also address these same issues. The symposium will prepare and publish a document summarizing recommendations from these discussions, and provide it to all of the co-sponsoring organizations. For more information, contact Dr. Dennis Flanagan, Symposium Chair, at 765-494-7748 or flanagan@purdue.edu or visit the symposium website at http://horizon.nserl.purdue.edu/~flanagan/erosymp/.
- International Erosion Control Association's (IECA) 32nd Annual Conference and Expo
- February 5-9, 2001
- Las Vegas, Nevada, Rio Suite Hotel and Convention Center
- IECA's Annual Conference and Expo is open to all erosion and sediment control professionals and suppliers. This event features five days of learning, including day-long training courses, half-day workshops, field tours and technical paper presentations. Topics of interest will appeal to contractors, landscape architects, civil engineers, public works and regulatory professionals, consultants, developers, mining and ski industry representatives. For more information, visit the conference website at http://www.ieca.org/index_conference.html.
- TO TOP
-
- Water Quality
-
- 7th Federal Interagency Sedimentation Conference
- March 25-29, 2001
- Reno, Nevada
- Will provide Federal and non-Federal scientists and managers from various disciplines the opportunity to discuss recent accomplishments and progress in research and on technical developments in the physical, chemical, and biological aspects of sedimentation. Scheduled are tours, exhibitions, and presentations of papers. For more information about the conference, visit the website at http://water.usgs.gov/wicp/SED7FISC_crf.html
- Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) 2001 Annual Conference
- August 4-8, 2001
- Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Kingston Plantation
- For more information visit the confernce website at http://www.swcs.org/f_what_calendar.htm
- The deadline for Call for Papers is December 1, 2000. For more information visit the conference website or contact Charlie Persinger, Director of Member Services, SWCS, at 515-289-2331, ext 12 or charliep@swcs.org.
- TO TOP
- Watersheds
-
- Seventh National Watershed Conference
- May 20-23, 2001
- Richmond, Virginia
- The theme: "Small Watershed Programs: Past, Present, and Future." This conference will examine our Nation's rich history with upstream small watershed programs and will explore innovative ways of accomplishing watershed project objectives as traditional sources of assistance become harder to get. . For more information contact John W. Peterson, (703) 455-6886, fax (703) 455-6888;e-mail, jwpeterson@erols.com
-
- TO TOP
- Wetlands
-
- 7th International Conference on Wetland Systems for Water Pollution Control
- November 11-16
- Lake Buena Vista, Florida
- For more information about the conference, visit the website at http://www.ifas.ufl.edu/~conferweb/wpc/
-
- Izaak Walton League of America National Conference
- May 16-18, 2001
- Orlando, Florida
- Topics include: wetland education, restoration, conservation, and international issues. To get on the mailing list for the conference, contact: awm@iwla.org or call (800) BUG-IWLA (284-4952)
-
- TO TOP
"NRCS THIS WEEK" WANTS TO HEAR FROM YOU!
Please send correspondence and material for "NRCS This Week" to the editor by: e-mail to: fred.jacobs@usda.gov; or by fax to: Editor, "NRCS This Week," 202-720-1564; or by mail to: Editor, "NRCS This Week," NRCS, P.O. Box 2890, Washington, D.C. 20013
RECEIVE "NRCS THIS WEEK" BY E-MAIL!
If you are not a NRCS employee, you can receive NRCSTW on an e-mail by contacting: listproc@nrcs.usda.gov (NHQ personnel should send their e-mail to: GW:"listproc@nrcs.usda.gov@i"). Do not use a subject line and put the following in the body of the message: subscribe NRCS-THIS-WEEK Firstname Lastname (example: subscribe NRCS-THIS-WEEK John Muir). To get help with other commands that are available at the "listproc@nrcs.usda.gov" address, send a message with no subject and the word HELP on a line by itself in the body of the message. "NRCS This Week" will continue to be posted on the NRCS Homepage.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at 202-720-2600 (voice and TDD).
To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326W, Whitten Building, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call 202-720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Addresses and telephone numbers for NRCS' Civil Rights Staff are: NRCS Civil Rights Program Compliance Division, 5601 Sunnyside Avenue, Mail Stop 5471, Beltsville, MD 20705-5471; phone: (301) 504-2287. NRCS Civil Rights Employment Division, 5601 Sunnyside Avenue, Mail Stop 5472, Beltsville, MD 20705-5472; phone: (301) 504-2181.
< NRCS This Week Archives
| | |