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The Central Platte NRD is now accepting orders for conservation tree and shrub seedlings for spring 2027 planting. Landowners who place their orders by December 31, 2026, will receive a 10% discount on trees, weed barrier and planting services. The final ordering deadline is April 1, 2027. CPNRD’s Conservation Tree Program offers a variety of […]

RECEPTION/ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT (Grand Island) The Central Platte NRD is accepting applications for a District Secretarial Position located at the Natural Resources Conservation Service – Grand Island Field Office. Office walk-in and telephone reception and administrative support for 4-5 employees. Requires computer skills (Microsoft office); document preparation, filing and maintenance; supplies purchasing; client follow-up; and scheduling […]

🎃🏆 We Have a Winner! Congratulations to Marcia Lee (Pumpkin #4), the winner of CPNRD’s 3rd Annual Pumpkin Decorating & Carving Contest and recipient of the Pumpkin Picasso Traveling Trophy! A big thank-you to Kelly Cole (#1), Angela Warner (#2) Cara Crandell (#3), Marcia Lee (#4) for sharing their creativity! Thank you to everyone who […]

OCTOBER BOARD MEETING AGENDA/ACTION TAKEN The Central Platte Natural Resources District (CPNRD) Board of Directors approved the district’s 2025–2026 annual audit report, which received a clean (unmodified) audit opinion with no significant findings. The report was presented by Jake Klabenes, CPA, with Core CPAs. The independent audit reviewed the district’s financial statements for the fiscal […]

Integrated Water Program Specialist   The Tri-Basin and Central Platte NRDs seek an Integrated Water Program Specialist. This position will work one-on-one with producers. Go to tribasinnrd.org or CPNRD.org for full job description and requirements.  This is a full-time benefited position. Salary Range: $55,000 – $65,000 plus benefits. Applicants should send a cover letter, resume and […]

The ONE RED Ag Data Bank & Grants Program helps Nebraska farmers explore new opportunities to improve operational value, try new technologies and practices, and receive financial incentives for participating in voluntary conservation and farm-management programs. Farmers maintain ownership of their data and receive support from trusted local partners throughout the process. Learn more: ONE […]

Congratulations to the 2026 Nebraska State Land Judging State Contest Winners! The Lower Big Blue NRD hosted the State contest on October 14, 2026. 151 students competed from 43 schools. Team Results           Student Results          Adult Results

Heartland High School earned first-place team honors at the 2026 South Central Land Evaluation Contest, held September 30 near Wood River. The winning team included Waylon Tessman, David Hiebner, Luke Janzen and Jagger Regier. Madalyn Janzen, Heartland’s agriculture education instructor and FFA advisor, coached the team and also earned second place in the contest’s adult […]

Congratulations to General Manager Lyndon Vogt on 30 years of service to Nebraska’s Natural Resources Districts! In September, Lyndon was recognized at the NARD Annual Conference for his service with the Central Platte, Lower Niobrara, and Upper Niobrara White NRDs. Lyndon has served as the General Manager of Central Platte NRD since 2013. He holds […]