News and Updates
Arizona Grown Survey - Your Feedback Matters!
Help shape the future of Arizona Grown! We’re seeking feedback from farmers, ranchers, producers, consumers, and purchasers to guide the mission and vision of Arizona Grown. Your input will inspire a new logo and help us identify the benefits that best serve Arizona's agriculture community.
Take the survey today and share what works, what could be improved, and how we can better support the agriculture community!
📅 Survey Deadline: March 21st, 11:59 PM
🔗 Survey Link
Arizona’s Water Shortage: A Legislative Battle
Arizona’s ongoing water shortage continues to spark debates. GOP lawmakers are challenging Governor Hobbs on her ‘Ag to Urban’ proposals, which aim to address the crisis. Read more about the current developments and the political tensions surrounding water policies in Arizona.
🔗 Read the full article here
First Annual Page Veterans Stand Down
The First Annual Page Veterans Stand Down, a two-day event supporting local veterans. This event connects homeless and at-risk veterans and their families with essential services, including healthcare and employment assistance.
📅 Dates: April 23-24, 2025 | 🕘 Time: 9 AM - 3 PM
📍 Location: Page Elks Lodge #2498
📞 Interested in participating as a service provider or vendor? Call 928-286-7446
📧 Email: nazveteranstanddowns@aol.com
James 4-H Camp: Explore Career Paths in Natural Resources
Students, don't miss the opportunity to connect with nature and explore careers in conservation, forestry, wildlife, and more at the James 4-H Camp! This camp will provide hands-on learning from industry experts.
📅 Dates: July 7-11, 2025 | ⏰ 8 AM - 5 PM
📍 Contact Kim McReynolds for details at 520-766-3602 or kimm@cals.arizona.edu
AACD Announces $24.5 Million USDA NRCS RCPP Award
The Arizona Association of Conservation Districts (AACD), in collaboration with Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever, the Arizona Game and Fish Department, and the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, is proud to announce a recent award of $24.5 million through the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Regional Conservation Partnership Program. This funding will support critical conservation initiatives across the state.
🔗 Read the full press release
Field Day at Duncan Family Farms - Organic Farming Insights
Visit Duncan Family Farms for a free field day on March 21, 2025! Experience an organic farm tour, enjoy lunch, and learn from expert presentations on sustainable pest management and soil health by Dr. Pam Marrone.
📅 Date: March 21, 2025
📍 Location: Duncan Family Farms
🔗 Reserve your spot
Verde Valley Stand Down – Supporting Our Local Veterans
March 26th is the 4th Annual Verde Valley Stand Down, a dedicated event supporting homeless and at-risk veterans. Hosted in partnership with Coconino NRCD, this event connects veterans and their families with essential services like healthcare, employment assistance, and more.
In partnership with the Yavapai Apache Tribe and various veteran organizations, we’ll honor James David Warfield, USMC.
📅 Date: March 26th
📞 Interested in participating as a service provider or vendor? Call 928-286-7446
📧 Email: nazveteranstanddowns@aol.com
Livestock Operator Fire & Flood Assistance Program - Apply Now!
The Livestock Operator Fire & Flood Assistance Program (LOFFAP) is accepting applications through March 28th, 2025. If you're a livestock operator with 40+ animals and have experienced infrastructure damage due to a wildfire or flooding, you may be eligible for funding assistance to help rebuild your operation.
📅 Apply by: March 28th, 2025
🔗 Learn more and apply
Exciting News: Whitewater Draw NRCD and AACD Awarded USDA NRCS FY 2024 Regional Conservation Partnership Program Grant
We are thrilled to announce that Whitewater Draw NRCD and AACD have been selected for a USDA NRCS FY 2024 Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) grant for over $5 million! This significant funding will support conservation efforts in our region and help protect Arizona’s natural resources.