Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) Mission
The mission of the Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) is to provide leadership in the county and region to enhance natural resources conservation, preserve wildlife and habitat, and improve rangeland and agricultural management through partnerships, education, outreach, resource services and technical assistance to clients, and funding support.
The ACRCD and NRCS are not Government oversight agencies. Maintaining the trust of the landowners and ranchers is of the utmost importance.
Project Update: Brushy Peak
ACRCD is thrilled to be partnering with EBRPD and the Students and Teachers Restoring a Watershed (STRAW) program from Point Blue Conservation Science to revitalize Brushy Peak through tree and shrub planting with the help of local students. Our cohort is immersing themselves in hands-on restoration science, enhancing riparian habitats—those essential green spaces that border our rivers and streams. ACRCD staff, especially the Living Arroyos Interns, helped with planting, watering, and caring for the new plantings throughout the dry summer months.
As winter arrives, this collaborative effort will expand to include experimenting with planting a diverse array of plant species specifically chosen for the unique conditions of Brushy Peak. This initiative not only boosts local ecosystems but also plays a vital role in carbon sequestration and soil erosion control while fostering community involvement in conservation. Together, we’re cultivating a deeper connection to nature and inspiring the next generation of environmental stewards!
Compost for Ag Program, Funding Available
Fall is a great time to add compost to your production land. If you are interested in determining if compost could work for you – now is the time to contact us about the Compost for Ag program!
Please read about the financial assistance associated with this program on the fact sheet and contact us to get started by filling out this form today.
Updated Available Funding Opportunities
Working together, the Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) and Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) are here to assist Ranchers, Farmers, and Land Managers with a variety of conservation best practices and funding! As of May 2024, the ACRCD and NRCS have funding available for specific conservation efforts and look forward to working with you! To decide which opportunities are best for you, visit the Funding Opportunities here.
Alameda County Conservation Partnership
The Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) collaborate as the Conservation Partnership to serve as the lead conservation agency in Alameda County. We provide technical and educational services for natural resource conservation and agriculture enhancement. The Partnership collaborates with many partners including private landowners, local, state and federal agencies and other organizations to develop and implement various conservation and agricultural strategies. The ACRCD also works closely, on a fee for service basis, with public agencies and private sector companies, to help achieve conservation based goals.
Latest ACRCD News
Project Update: Urban Farming
Urban farms and their farmers are key players in strengthening Alameda County’s community health, protecting access to green spaces, and building climate resilience. ACRCD and NRCS staff have been working to expand their long-standing partnership [...]
MEDFLY QUARANTINE IN PORTION OF ALAMEDA COUNTY
SACRAMENTO, September 6, 2024 – A portion of Alameda County has been placed under quarantine for the Mediterranean Fruit Fly (Medfly) following the detection of one wild mated female in Fremont. The USDA, the Alameda [...]
Project Update: Western Pond Turtle Conservation Research Expansion
The ACRCD is excited to announce the kick-off of the Western Pond Turtle Conservation Research expansion into Livermore/Tri-Valley. Thanks to the generous donations from passionate turtle lovers, the ACRCD purchased 10 GPS units that have [...]