The Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District (LENRD) provides the following services as a part of our Conservation Tree Program. You can order hand-plant seedlings, the Small Acreage Package and the Wildlife Package, and weed barrier mats by returning a printed order form with your payment. Orders are typically open from mid-November through mid-February.  Call our office for more information at 402-371-7313 or visit your local NRCS office.

Conservation Tree Program

The Lower Elkhorn Natural Resources District’s Conservation Tree Program offers a wide variety of seedlings and services to landowners interested in planting trees and shrubs for windbreaks, living snow fences, livestock protection, forest buffers, woodlots, and wildlife habitat.

Conservation Tree Program Ordering (mid-November through mid-February)

2025 Tree and Mat Pick Up Information

Cost Share Services

Drip Irrigation Cost Share

Machine Planting Service

  • There is a charge of $0.55 / seedling
  • There is a minimum planting charge of $275.00 per project
  • Not available for Small Acreage or Wildlife packages
  • For help with designing a tree planting plan, windbreak, contact Todd Stewart
  • If you’re interested in CRP plantings, contact your local NRCS office.

Coco Weed Guards

  • $45.00 plus tax for a bundle of 25 mats (must be ordered in lots of 25)
  • All natural, biodegradable weed control disc made of compressed coconut fibers
  • Provides improved watering efficiency by retaining moisture.
  • Porus material prevents the buildup of heat experienced with plastic discs.
  • Anticipated to last 2-3 years before gradually decomposing by year 5-6.
  • The LENRD does not offer an installation service for the mats.