By: Chris Yohannan, Director of Conservation Conservation planning has changed a lot over the years. What once relied on paper maps and field notes now includes digital tools that help farmers, ranchers, and conservation professionals make informed decisions for working…
By: Chris Yohannan, Director of Agricultural Conservation Grant dollars at work on working lands create opportunity, stability, and long-term resilience for farmers navigating increasingly complex challenges. From rising input costs to water limitations and regulatory pressures, many producers operate on…
By Sabreena Mcleod, Project Lead, Education Our Education department plays a vital role in advancing our mission. As interest in agriculture as a career continues to decline nationwide, the ESRCD has made youth education a central priority, emphasizing the importance…
By: Chris Yohannan, Director of Agricultural Conservation In California’s Central Valley, stewardship on working lands is a daily practice shaped by farmers who rely on the land for both livelihood and legacy. Across the valley, farmers balance productivity with long-term…
This past week, we gathered at the SOILS Education Center in Ceres to honor the life and legacy of Sherman Boone. Sherman served on the ESRCD Board for over 20 years, contributing to the growth and direction of conservation efforts…
By: Alix Clausen To highlight our Agricultural Conservation Program and its focus on community and partnerships, I recently connected with local farmer and former board member Darrel Cordova to talk about his experience working with the East Stanislaus Resource Conservation…
By: Rocko A. Brown, PhD, PE, Cramer Fish Sciences At Cramer Fish Sciences, we've been privileged to partner with the East Stanislaus RCD on vital river restoration efforts along the Stanislaus River. This work exemplifies what conservation partnerships should be: bringing together…
