Public invited to shape conservation at Local Working Group Meeting

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The American Samoa Soil & Water Conservation District, together with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, invites the public to attend the American Samoa Local Working Group meeting. Join us Aug. 18, 10 a.m., at the Pago Plaza in Pago Pago, American Samoa. This event encourages agricultural leaders, farmers and forest landowners to connect with agency representatives and share their views about American Samoa’s natural resource conditions and conservation needs. Participants’ input will help identify key concerns and inform NRCS’s local conservation program development and funding decisions. The Local Working Group advises NRCS, ensuring that conservation programs are tailored to American Samoa’s unique needs. Together, these stakeholders collaborate to strengthen conservation efforts throughout the region. Event Details & Participation American Samoa Local Working Group meeting: Tuesday, Aug. 18, 10 a.m. NOAA Fisheries Conference Room, Pago Plaza, Pago Pago, Eastern District 96799 For additional event details or to submit feedback, please reach out to Brooke Gurr, District Conservationist, NRCS American Samoa Service Center, at (684) 633-1031, ext. 125, or brooke.gurr@usda.gov . Section: Local News Tags: Local Working Group Meeting
2026-08-05 16:58:08