Testing Conservation Blog

by: Natalie Rider
Category: Conservation
Mar
10

Summary and Resources

Conservation for Organic and Organically-Managed Farms
February 18, 2026 | Webinar

Webinar Summary

This February 2026 webinar shared current USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) services and programs for organic, organic-transitioning and organically-managed farms in Kentucky. Facilitated by OAK staff and featured guest presenters: Adam Jones (NRCS-KY State Grazing Specialist), Logan Duke (Henry County District Conservationist) and Joseph Monroe (Valley Spirit Farm, Henry County), the presentation walked participants through the beneficial assistance available to those with current and previous NRCS contracts, and those who are new to USDA Programs, including:


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Second conservation test

by: Natalie Rider
Category: Conservation
Mar
10

Summary & Resources - Kilrush Food Forest

Cultivating the Commons: Urban Food Forest for Ecological and Community Health

Event Summary

“It’s important for all of Lexington, for the whole continent really, that we take spaces like this and try to restore some ecological function to them.” - Leandro “Nachie” Braga

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