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Helpful Tips for Implementation: Content will include information on advancements and new approaches that might be used in more states to advance grassland and savanna conservation. Initial "tips" will be NRCS-centric but please add any of your own tips or contact bridgett.costanzo@usda.gov if you have new content to share through this space!

Maps and Spatial Data: Maps and spatial data relevant to work on Grasslands and Savannas.

Southeast Conservation Adaptation Strategy (SECAS): SECAS brings together public and private organizations around a bold vision for the future of our region. We're connecting the lands and waters of the Southeast and Caribbean to support healthy ecosystems, thriving fish and wildlife populations, and vibrant communities. With a data-driven spatial plan and an ambitious regional goal, SECAS helps accelerate conservation action in the places where it will make the biggest impact.

Welcome to the Southeast CASC April 2023 Newsletter: SE CASC News | Resources | Publications | Tribal News | Partner News | Webinars | Events | Opportunities

NRCS Grant Jump-starts Relay Intercropping Study: A recent announcement by USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack of grant money being given to Iowa Learning Farms will help illustrate how intercropping could benefit Iowa farmers.

Senators Reintroduce Landmark Wildlife Conservation Bill: The bipartisan legislation would invest billions in state, Tribal conservation efforts

Resources: Resources here can help you in your work on Grasslands and Savannas or within the Working Lands for Wildlife program.

Webinars and Instructional Videos: Here you can find curated webinars and instructional videos related to Grasslands and Savannas.

Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Guide (WHEG): Wildlife Habitat Evaluation Guides (WHEGs) are designed to provide the NRCS planner a way in which to essentially estimate the wildlife value of the land before and after practice implementation. The WHEGs utilize a numerical rating to compare the value of existing wildlife habitat with the value of wildlife habitat under various alternatives. These guides are typically only used when wildlife is the primary or secondary resource concern. Minimum planning criteria for a resource can be found in the Field Office Technical Guide.