Benton Conservation District's team has been working hard to mitigate the impacts of stargrass on the lower Yakima River. Stargrass grows so densely that it chokes waterways and raises water levels. It also sucks oxygen and nutrients that are vital for salmon out of the water. Last year, Benton CD removed over half a million lbs of stargrass to improve fish habitat, water quality, recreation areas, and more.
In collaboration with partners, Benton CD recently commissioned a video highlighting the challenges facing the lower Yakima River. To learn more about their ongoing work, watch the video here.
Palouse Conservation District’s FLOURISH program is a farmer-led effort advancing soil health and climate resilience across the Inland Northwest.
Generations of farming along Hangman Creek have faced erosion and water quality challenges. Through a partnership between the Spokane and Pine Creek Conservation Districts and the Washington State Department of Ecology, local landowners are restoring natural stream channels, planting native vegetation, and stabilizing creek banks, all while keeping working lands productive. Together, they’re proving that voluntary conservation benefits both farms and fish.
Generations of farming along Hangman Creek have faced erosion and water quality challenges. Through a partnership between the Spokane and Pine Creek Conservation Districts and the Washington State Department of Ecology, local landowners are restoring natural stream channels, planting native vegetation, and stabilizing creek banks, all while keeping working lands productive. Together, they’re proving that voluntary conservation benefits both farms and fish.
