2026 Local Working Group Survey Results

Bellow are the results of the Nevada County Local Working Group Survey that we conducted over several months across Nevada County in 2026.  

 

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Announcement for the 2026 Nevada County Local Working Group Survey meeting on August 31st at 4:00 PM, Grass Valley, CA.
Meeting on Local Working Group Survey Results on August 31st at 4:00 PM, 113 Presley Way, Suite 2, Grass Valley, CA.
Survey of 69 participants: 63% landowners, 19% land managers. 37 identified as historically underserved groups.
The image presents survey demographics on land management, showing property types and acreage ownership among respondents.
58% of respondents in Nevada County manage livestock, with varied numbers from 1 to over 500 animals, including various species.
The image lists top resource concerns for livestock/rangeland: irrigation, soil health, forage quality, livestock water, and invasive species.
The image presents data on cropland management: 46% grow vegetables, flowers, and other crops. A pie chart shows 54% do not farm.
The image shows top 5 resource concerns for cropland: Irrigation & Water Use, Soil Health, Nutrient Management, Weed Management, Invasive Species.
The image presents survey results on forest management: 49% manage forested properties; interest in timber harvesting varies among respondents.
The image lists the top three forest resource concerns: Fuels Management/Wildfire Risk, Invasive Species, and Tree Mortality.
The image shows top land use concerns: Pollinator Habitat, Wildlife Habitat, and Riparian/Wetland Habitat.
The image outlines top three resource concerns in Air Quality & Energy: Irrigation Energy Efficiency, Farming/Ranching Energy Efficiency, and Equipment Energy Efficiency.
The image discusses water quality and conservation, highlighting top concerns: water quantity & supply, water conservation, and water quality.
Image discusses wildfire concerns: top three are Vegetation Management, Defensible Space, and Fuel Loading in Neighboring Properties.
The image summarizes resource concerns in Nevada County, highlighting priorities like wildfire, water, habitat, and soil health.
The image invites an open discussion for questions, comments, and concerns related to the Nevada County Resource Conservation District.
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