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Nebraska Districts Open Spring Tree Seedling Orders

Landowners across Nebraska can now order low-cost tree seedlings through their local Natural Resources District for the spring planting season.

Updated on Nov. 3, 2026 in Landscaping

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Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts opened spring seedling orders this week, with trees costing about $1.25 each and cost-share programs available to landowners. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

Live Poll

Have you noticed fewer trees in your local community over the past five years?

Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts have opened seedling orders for the upcoming spring planting season, with seedlings costing around $1.25 each. Many districts offer cost-share programs to help offset planting expenses.

Why it matters

Trees and shrubs help prevent soil erosion, shield livestock and crops from severe wind, improve water quality, and create wildlife habitat. Many rural residents have noticed fewer trees in their communities over the past five years.

Seedlings cost around $1.25 each through the NRD Conservation Tree Program, with 23 Nebraska districts running the program since 1972. Available planting assistance, drip irrigation, and weed barrier installation vary by district, and the source does not state current seedling stock levels.

The players

Nebraska Natural Resources Districts

Regional public entities that manage soil, water, and conservation programs across Nebraska's counties, including the tree seedling program.

The details

Landowners order seedlings through their local Natural Resources District, where district foresters and staff help select species suited to local soil types and map site plans. Depending on the district, planting assistance, drip irrigation, and weed barrier installation may also be available.

Timeline

  1. 1972: NRD Conservation Tree Program launched, with Nebraska's 23 NRDs planting trees since then.

  2. Past five years: Rural residents surveyed noticed fewer trees in their local communities.

  3. Upcoming spring planting season: Seedling orders are now open.

Landscaping Outlook

The NRD Conservation Tree Program, operating since 1972, has supported more than 102 million trees planted across Nebraska's 23 districts. This year's seedling orders continue that statewide effort as rural residents report fewer local trees over the past five years.

Nebraska landowners can order seedlings at about $1.25 each and may qualify for cost-share support depending on their district. Planting assistance, drip irrigation, and weed barrier installation may also be available through local programs.

The takeaway

Landowners who plant trees through their local Natural Resources District can help reduce soil erosion and protect crops and livestock from wind. Contacting your district early can help you select species suited to your soil and property.

Further reading

For more on planting choices, explore our Landscaping guides.

More information

To find your local district and place a seedling order, visit NRD Find Your NRD and seedling order page.

Live Poll

Have you noticed fewer trees in your local community over the past five years?