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Ecological Sciences (ECS)

The Ecological Sciences division of NRCS in Maryland provides leadership, guidance, and technical assistance.

The Ecological Sciences (ECS) division of NRCS in Maryland provides leadership, guidance, and technical assistance for a wide range of subjects, including agronomy, air quality, biology, comprehensive nutrient management plans (CNMPs), ecology, environmental compliance, forestry, grazing land management, soil health, water quality, wetlands, and wildlife.

 

The Ecological Sciences team includes state office staff that provide statewide technical assistance and oversight, and field staff that provide direct technical assistance to field staff and owners and operators of agricultural and forest land.

 

ECS Team Responsibilities

More information on the Maryland ECS staff and responsibilities can be found here:

Resources Team Responsibilities Oct 2021.pdf (194.9 KB)

Contact

Steve Strano
State Resource Conservationist
Email: steve.strano@usda.gov 
Phone: (240) 997-3951