Brett Burgess

Brett Burgess, MAg, is a seasoned environmental specialist with extensive experience in environmental planning, permitting, and resource management. Currently serving as a Senior Environmental Specialist at USDA Rural Development since October 2022, Brett has also been the Director and Partner at Sahel Ranch and Fodder Agro Allied since May 2016. Previous roles include Permitting Manager at rPlus Energies, Environmental Specialist at Kern River Gas Transmission Company, and Senior Environmental Manager at Project Engineering Consultants, demonstrating a strong background in regulatory processes, NEPA, ESA, and CWA compliance. Brett's career also includes significant positions at the Bureau of Land Management and Logan Simpson Design, focusing on rangeland management, ecological solutions, and biological assessments. Education includes a Master’s Degree in Integrated Resource Management from Colorado State University and a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources from Oregon State University.