Teach the youth about the importance of natural resources
Kids need some help seeing how practical conservation practices can influence water quality, wildlife and forage diversity and soil health.
Do your homework before buying land
New landowners should know what is or is not allowable for works of improvement to be performed on their newly purchased parcel of land before purchasing.
Make time for a soil health checkup
Improving soil health is important and has many benefits. Regular checkups can provide information on how management practices are affecting soil health.
Help birds avoid collisions with windows
You can help reduce bird collisions with windows by using screens, various films and even strings or blinds to deter them.
Stay alert for natural threats to livestock
There are natural challenges that livestock owners can't control. The best defense against these threats from nature is to know what you are up against.
Continuing education is vital for farming success
Farmers are asked to make sure that soil and water conservation officials are speaking in terms that are easily understood and to be open-minded.
Rotational grazing, stockpiling can cut down on fertilizer needs
It is time to look at your pastures and figure out how to get more production out of them so you do not have to make as much hay.
The keys to making a voluntary nutrient management plan
Since nutrients are one of the largest input costs on the farm, we want to make sure we are only purchasing and applying what we need.
Ohio hosting international Envirothon competition
The Envirothon provides the opportunity for students to work together, solve problems and unite in creating a hopeful future for our planet.
Fence livestock out of a streams before it’s mandatory
The days of allowing livestock to have full access to streams are numbered as more regulations are set and the importance of clean water is emphasized
