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Updated 02/05/2013

FY 2013 News Releases & Announcements

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Go to Conservation Buffers Guide website.Conservation Buffers: Design Guidelines for Buffers, Corridors, and Greenways - This publication provides over 80 illustrated design guidelines and describes specific ways that vegetative buffers can be applied to protect soil, improve air and water quality, enhance fish and wildlife habitat, produce economic products, provide recreation opportunities, or beautify the landscape. (El documento cuenta con mas de 80 ilustraciones y describe como  establecer franjas de vegetación para proteger el suelo, mejorar la calidad del aire y el agua, mejorar el hábitat de vida silvestre, producir productos que generen ingreso, establecer oportunidades recreativas y embellecer el paisaje.)
photo of bird on cover of Backyard Conservation publicationBackyard Conservation (en Español) - Bringing conservation from the countryside to your backyard. "Backyard Conservation" shows you how conservation practices that help conserve and improve natural resources on agricultural land across the country can be adapted for use around your home. These practices help the environment and can make your yard more attractive and enjoyable. Most backyard conservation practices are easy to use. America's farmers and ranchers have been using these practices successfully for decades.

For additional information on NRCS Caribbean Area news & publications, please contact: Edwin Almodovar at 787-766-5206.

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