Conservation Districts have challenging and ever-widening responsibilities for conservation and development of the nation's soil, water and related resources. In carrying out this task, they seek and receive assistance and cooperation from many public and private agencies, organizations, and groups. The USDA/Natural
Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) is one of the principal sources of federal government assistance to districts. By will of the Congress and direction of the Secretary of Agriculture, the primary function of the NRCS is to give technical help through districts to individuals, groups, and units of government which influence and make decisions about the conservation, development, and use of natural resources. An effective working relationship between districts and partners is of paramount importance. This relationship should be thoroughly understood by district governing bodies, district cooperators, local units of
government, other public agencies, and the public in general.
