Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment
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Recent News About Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment
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Rhode Island prepares for trout season with stockings and regulation reminders
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has announced its preparation for the upcoming trout season, which will commence on Saturday, April 12.
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DEM conserves 151 acres in Burrillville for habitat restoration and recreation
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has announced the conservation of 151 acres of forested land in Burrillville.
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Rhode Island awards $486,000 in grants to support local agriculture and seafood businesses
Governor Dan McKee, members of the Rhode Island General Assembly, and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announced the recipients of the 2025 Local Agriculture and Seafood Act (LASA) grants at Farm Fresh Rhode Island in...
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Rhode Island allocates $2M+ for coastal resilience projects
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) have announced that thirteen projects will receive over $2 million in funding from the 2024 Ocean State Climate...
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Funding available for local food businesses through new award program
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment is collaborating with the Northeast Regional Food Business Center to introduce the Business Builder Award Program sub-awards.
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Rhode Island allocates over $1M in grants to boost local food infrastructure
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has announced over $1 million in Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) grant awards.
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Rhode Island DEM announces spring outdoor education programs
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) has announced a new series of spring programs aimed at engaging residents with the state's natural resources.
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Governor McKee announces new litter-free microgrant application period
Governor Dan McKee and First Lady Susan McKee have announced a new application period for microgrants as part of the Litter-Free Rhode Island program.
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Rhode Island simplifies hunting license sales with new changes
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management’s Division of Fish & Wildlife (DFW) will simplify the sale of hunting and freshwater fishing licenses, permits, stamps, and tags by releasing all items for sale on February 19.
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Rhode Island seeks seasonal staff for state parks and beaches
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is actively seeking individuals to fill important seasonal roles, including lifeguards and park rangers, at state beaches, parks, and campgrounds.
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Rhode Island offers free wildfire suppression training for local firefighters
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is offering a training course aimed at enhancing the state's response to wildfires.
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Avian flu detected at noncommercial farm flock by Rhode Island officials
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has announced the detection of the H5N1 strain of avian influenza in a noncommercial farm flock located in southern Washington County.
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Rhode Island announces winter trout stocking schedule
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has announced its winter trout and salmon stocking schedule.