KANSAS ASSOCIATION OF CONSERVATION DISTRICTS
KACD is made up of its members which are local conservation districts located in the state's 105 counties. KACD implements soil and water conservation programs with various funding sources and partnerships.
The Kansas Association of Conservation Districts is a voluntary, non-governmental, nonprofit, incorporated organization that was established in 1944.
What is a Conservation District?
Dan Meyerhoff explains conservation districts and how they work with USDA, Kansas Department of Agriculture, Division of Conservation and additional partners.
Conservation Districts are great at bringing people together in your local county. Farmers and ranchers know that their local conservation districts are there to advocate and work for landowners of that county.
NRCS Summer 2027 Internships in Kansas Announced
Posted Thursday November 5, 2026
Paid NRCS summer 2027 internships are now open in five Kansas locations! Students interested in conservation and engineering careers are encouraged to apply before the November 17, 2026, deadline. Learn about available positions, the new two-page federal resume requirement, and how to apply.
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Is Your District Relevant Enough for the Future?
Posted Monday November 2, 2026
Kimberly Bartley of the Kentucky Division of Conservation will challenge conservation district leaders to think about the future during the 2026 KACD Annual Convention in Wichita. Her presentation, “Is Your District Relevant Enough for the Future?”, will explore ways to strengthen leadership, engage communities, and ensure conservation districts continue meeting evolving needs.
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Kansas NRCS Reports on Historic Drought Conditions
Posted Thursday September 24, 2026
According to precipitation measurements recorded by the US National Weather Service, Wichita Kansas experienced the second driest July - August on record since 1888.
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Exhibitor Registration Open for 2026 KACD Annual Convention
Posted Tuesday September 22, 2026
Registration is now open for the 2026 Kansas Association of Conservation Districts (KACD) Annual Convention, taking place November 22–24 in Wichita.
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Restoring the Arkansas River Corridor: Turning Invasive Tamarisk into Conservation Success
Posted Friday September 18, 2026
Hamilton, Kearny and Finney County's included in recent NACD project to restore the Arkansas River Corridor
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