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• DNREC Opens New Delaware Environmental Laboratory in Smyrna June 18, 2026
  DNREC today opened the new Delaware Environmental Laboratory near Smyrna, a state-of-the-art facility to test water quality, chemical contaminants including per- and poly fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and to conduct molecular and microbiology. DNREC Secretary Greg Patterson was joined for a ceremonial ribbon cutting by representatives of the state’s congressional delegation, state legislators, former DNREC cabinet […]
• DNREC Offers Expanded Assistance for Farmers Due to Significantly Increased Reports of Deer Damage June 17, 2026
  In response to increased complaints from Delaware farmers about significant crop damage and anticipated losses from deer, DNREC has expanded its deer damage assistance programs this year and is now offering expedited, direct enrollment in the Extreme Deer Damage Assistance Program.
• TEDI Surpasses 500,000 Trees Planted June 16, 2026
  The state’s Tree for Every Delawarean Initiative (TEDI) has surpassed 500,000 plantings toward a goal of reaching 1 million by 2030 and has opened the application period for groups and organizations seeking funding for spring 2027 projects.
• DNREC Indian River Dredging Project Near Millsboro to Improve Boater Navigation, Restore Tidal Wetlands June 11, 2026
  A DNREC dredging project continues along the navigation channel of the Indian River near Millsboro and in support of a nearby tidal wetland restoration project. Time of year restrictions have been waived due to the benefits of completing the marsh restoration project outweighing the reduced potential risk for negative environmental impacts because of degraded hydrology […]
• Delaware Brownfield Conference, Hosted by DNREC, to be Held Aug. 20 in Wilmington June 10, 2026
  Environmental professionals, developers, municipal leaders, policymakers and community stakeholders are invited to register now for the Delaware Brownfield Conference on Thursday, Aug. 20. Early bird pricing ends June 30.

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