Arizona Association of Conservation Districts

Arizona Association of Conservation Districts "To serve people of Arizona, now and in the future, with dedicated and responsive leadership in natural resource conservation."

Mission: To support Conservation Districts in providing conservation leadership and education, an din addressing local conservation priorities with landowners, federal and state agencies, tribal and local governments, and other partners.

From the saddle, AACD’s field team helps keep conservation moving forward on Arizona’s working lands. By visiting ranche...
06/16/2026

From the saddle, AACD’s field team helps keep conservation moving forward on Arizona’s working lands. By visiting ranches and documenting completed conservation practices, the team helps support the next steps for producers and NRCS.

AACD is hosting the Arizona Natural Resources & Conservation Leadership Camp this July at Mingus Mountain Camp in the Pr...
06/15/2026

AACD is hosting the Arizona Natural Resources & Conservation Leadership Camp this July at Mingus Mountain Camp in the Prescott National Forest. 🌲

This hands-on camp gives students the opportunity to learn about Arizona’s natural resources, conservation systems, and career pathways in agriculture, range science, and environmental science. Campers will take part in field science activities, leadership challenges, team competitions, and real-world conservation problem solving while learning directly in Arizona’s forests, streams, watersheds, and outdoor landscapes.

This is a great opportunity for students interested in natural resources, conservation, agriculture, environmental science, or related college and career pathways.

📆 Dates: July 24–26, 2026
🌲 Location: Mingus Mountain Camp, Prescott National Forest
📚️ Open to: High school students in 10th–12th grade

Learn more and register here: https://www.aacd1944.com/aacdsconservationcamp

The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension is sharing a list of trusted resources to help Arizona producers, landow...
06/11/2026

The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension is sharing a list of trusted resources to help Arizona producers, landowners, and community members stay informed about New World Screwworm.

As information continues to circulate online, it is important to rely on accurate, up-to-date sources. The resources highlighted here provide guidance on New World Screwworm surveillance, identification, reporting, and response.

Thank you to the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension for sharing this resource list!

🔗Screwworm.gov: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animals/animal-health/livestock-and-poultry-disease/stop-screwworm

High tunnels (also called high hoops) help Arizona producers protect sensitive crops from tough weather conditions like ...
06/09/2026

High tunnels (also called high hoops) help Arizona producers protect sensitive crops from tough weather conditions like intense heat or drying winds. These covered growing structures help farmers manage Arizona's unique desert climate while using water more efficiently. 🌱

Interested in adding high tunnels to your operation? Financial assistance is available through Arizona's Producers First program. Learn more by visiting our website! https://www.aacd1944.com/azproducersfirst

When wildfires impact our National Forests, rebuilding fence lines is an important part of the recovery process.Fence re...
06/08/2026

When wildfires impact our National Forests, rebuilding fence lines is an important part of the recovery process.

Fence reconstruction helps restore boundary lines, define livestock grazing allotments, and keep livestock within designated pastures. Just as importantly, it supports rangeland recovery after fire by helping land managers continue responsible grazing management.

Tonto NRCD recognized the importance of this work for cooperators with grazing allotments on the Tonto National Forest, as well as the shared goal of improving range health in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service. As of March, crews contracted by AACD completed approximately 49 miles of fence line reconstruction impacted by the Telegraph Fire.

This year's conference agenda is packed full of meaningful conversations, insights, and opportunities to connect.Attende...
06/05/2026

This year's conference agenda is packed full of meaningful conversations, insights, and opportunities to connect.

Attendees will hear from agencies and partners who work alongside Conservation Districts, state leadership, and producers with firsthand experience on the ground. This year will also feature interactive panel discussions around wildlife, conservation partnerships, the Make America Healthy Again initiative, and legislation.

Be sure to register through our website. We can’t wait to see you there!

View the draft agenda online: https://www.aacd1944.com/conference-packet

06/02/2026

Arizona producers are finding new ways to conserve water while keeping working lands productive.

Robert Boyle, a producer operating out of Pinal County, Arizona, uses strip-till farming practices alongside the 360 RAIN system to apply water more precisely and reduce overall water use. By combining conservation-minded practices with new technology, Boyle is showing how innovation continues to shape the future of Arizona agriculture.

Read the full Boyle feature in our Spring Conserve AZ magazine. Link in bio!

https://online.flippingbook.com/view/48568364/

The Spring issue of our quarterly ConserveAZ Magazine is available now! This issue takes readers into the fields, forest...
05/21/2026

The Spring issue of our quarterly ConserveAZ Magazine is available now! This issue takes readers into the fields, forests, and communities where conservation work is happening across Arizona. Read about Robert Boyle’s approach to smarter irrigation, partnership projects supporting restoration and wildfire resilience, and Verde NRCD’s work to connect communities with practical conservation education.

Visit our website or tap the link to read: https://www.aacd1944.com/conserveaz-magazines

A 1% increase in soil organic matter can help an acre of soil hold up to 20,000 more gallons of water (Source: USDA-NRCS...
05/19/2026

A 1% increase in soil organic matter can help an acre of soil hold up to 20,000 more gallons of water (Source: USDA-NRCS) — and even in Arizona’s sandy or loamy sand soils, that can still mean thousands of extra gallons held in the soil profile.

Building better soil leads to real water savings! Conservation practices like cover crops, reduced tillage, and compost application are how Arizona farmers are making every drop count. 💧

It’s that time of year! Save the date for Arizona's Conservation Districts' Annual Conference, happening August 4–5, 202...
05/14/2026

It’s that time of year! Save the date for Arizona's Conservation Districts' Annual Conference, happening August 4–5, 2026. (If you're a Conservation District Supervisor, your BOD meeting is Aug 3!).

This year’s theme, Real Solutions for Working Lands, will focus on practical, producer-driven conservation efforts that support Arizona’s working lands, rural communities, and long-term natural resource stewardship.

Planning to attend? Book your stay at Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas and take advantage of the special conference rate.

🔗 Visit the Annual Conference page on our website for more details and the hotel booking link. www.aacd1944.com/annual-conference

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