Delaware Forest Service to conduct 74-acre controlled burn near Frankford
The Delaware Forest Service plans to conduct a prescribed fire on 74 acres west of U.S. Route 113 near the Town of Frankford, Sussex County. The burning could begin as early as Monday, October 27, though officials estimate the date might be closer to mid-week. The actual date of ignition will depend on local weather and fuel conditions.
Governor Markell joins DNREC Secretary David Small to honor Delaware’s 2014 Young Environmentalists in State Fair ceremony
At the Delaware State Fair, Governor Jack Markell and DNREC Secretary David Small honored four Delaware students recognized as DNREC’s 2014 Young Environmentalists of the Year.
USDA and State of Delaware Increase Incentives for Delaware Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program
At the Agricultural Commodities Building at the Delaware State Fair, USDA Under Secretary for Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services Michael Scuse and Governor Jack Markell were joined by USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Director Bob Walls, DDA Secretary Ed Kee and DNREC Secretary David Small to announce an increase in the maximum incentives available for landowners and agricultural producers through the Delaware Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP).
Governor Jack Markell signs House Bill 310 to create Fort DuPont Redevelopment and Preservation Corporation
Surrounded by supporters, area legislators, and Delaware City officials, Governor Jack Markell signed legislation to advance the revitalization of what he called “one of the most underutilized sites in the state.”
Governor’s Statement on Confirmation of David Small as Next DNREC Secretary
The Delaware Senate today unanimously confirmed the nomination of David Small to serve as Secretary of the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, succeeding Secretary Collin O’Mara whose tenure will end after this legislative session.
