Yuma NRCD

Conserving 1,261,245 acres of Arizona

Yuma NRCD was formed on Sept. 10, 1952. The Districts' original long-range plan was largely focused on bringing the sandy soils on the Yuma mesa into agricultural production. Wind erosion was a serious problem in the 1950s. Drifting sand made irrigation systems difficult to maintain and roads impassable.

Yuma is the lettuce capital of the US, producing 90% of the crop. Also grown in Yuma are citrus and dates. You’ll see rows of lettuce and orchards of oranges or date palms as you drive through the District.

Along with the Laguna NRCD, the Yuma NRCD sponsors the Yuma Conservation Garden and Education Center. The Yuma Conservation Garden is a popular spot for local community members and school trips.

  • What: Yuma Conservation Garden Meeting

    When: November 21, 2024 @ 12PM

    Where: 2197 S 4 th Avenue Suite 104

    Agenda: Click Here

  • Yuma NRCD

    August 2024 (Click Here)

Resource Concerns:

  • Water Conservation

  • Fragmentation of Agricultural Lands

  • Leapfrog Urbanization

  • Small Acreage Subdivisions

  • Coordination

Conservation Practices:

  • Irrigation System Reorganization

  • Irrigation Ditch Lining

  • Irrigation Sprinkler and Drip Systems

  • Cover Crops

  • Crop Rotation

  • Tillage Management

  • Integrated Pest Management

  • Conservation Crop Residue Management

Visit the YCG's Website

Board of Supervisors

Mark Kuechel, Chair

Bobbi McDermott, Vice Chair

Barbara Snow, Supervisor

Steven Wyant, Supervisor

Contact Info

Sheryl Christenson

shchristenson1@gmail.com