Michel Etchebarne Pollinator Habitat Project

The Michel Etchebarne Pollinator Habitat Project aims to establish a native plant hedgerow within an almond orchard to enhance habitat for pollinators and beneficial insects, supporting ecological health and agricultural sustainability. The project will focus on planting California-native species to create a resilient, low-maintenance ecosystem that promotes biodiversity and improves pollination services for surrounding crops. The East Stanislaus Resource Conservation District is leading the initiative in direct collaboration with landowner Michel Etchebarne to ensure the design and implementation align with local environmental conditions and conservation goals. The project is forecasted for completion with a posted date of May 29, 2026, and will be carried out at a property located in Modesto, California, zip code 95358. Gabriela Cervantes, Senior Project Manager at the East Stanislaus Resource Conservation District, serves as the primary point of contact and can be reached via email at gabriela@eaststanrcd.org or by phone at 209-287-3644. The project has been publicly listed with a link to the CEQA Net database for transparency, but no specific funding solicitation or set-aside information is currently available.