National Association of Resource Conservation and Development Councils Announces Former CEO Colton Buckley’s Appointment as Chief of Staff for USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service

[Montgomery, AL] — The National Association of Resource Conservation and Development Councils announces that its Former Chief Executive Officer, Colton Buckley, has been appointed by President Donald J. Trump to serve as Chief of Staff for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).

Colton Buckley has been actively involved in the RC&D network, serving as CEO of NARCDC and as a local RC&D council member in both Oklahoma and Texas. His dedication to resource conservation and rural development has been reflected in his service at the state level and as a national NARCDC board member before stepping into the role of CEO.

“We appreciate Colton’s years of service and contributions to NARCDC,” said William Hodge, President of NARCDC. “His time with RC&D has made an impact, and this new opportunity allows him to continue supporting conservation efforts in a meaningful way. We wish him success in this next chapter.”

As Chief of Staff of NRCS, Colton will now serve in a role that touches every county, parish, and territory in the United States, further advancing conservation efforts that benefit landowners, farmers, and communities.

We at NARCDC extend congratulations to Colton Buckley on this appointment and wish him continued success in his new role. We look forward to seeing the lasting impact he will make on the nation’s conservation and resource development efforts.