We use 500 million straws every day
Most people don’t even need a straw. We have lips. But if you do need or prefer a straw, you can choose biodegradable paper ones.
Understanding farm easements takes time, research
Many people are interested in protecting their farmland, forestland or some mix in-between. Here are some steps to consider land easements.
Pain and order: Raising a hellbender
The Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District has been housing a baby hellbender since Aug. 24, 2017. Learn more about its progress over the last year.
Winter hay feeding methods to consider before spring arrives
There are several different methods of feeding large round bales of hay. Learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of each.
Tip to tackle your subsurface field tile maintenance
If tile lines are checked, maintained and repaired correctly, they will last their life expectancy or longer. Check out these maintenance tips.
Shake the habit with these winter salting tips
Learn how to help promote ways to reduce the amount of pollution from vehicles and road maintenance activities during the winter months.
Take care of tree habitat by setting priorities
If you want to guide your woods in a certain direction, you need to remove the undesirable trees to release the potential of the desirable ones.
Simplifying homesteading practices for beginners
As folks move to rural America, it is important to keep in mind the necessity to work with the land and not against it.
Check gutters and downspouts this fall
With fall right around the corner, it's a great time to do a walk-around inspection of your home's gutters and downspouts.
The day a new parlor came to the farm
Building a new parlor, whether it is a traditional or robotic system, can be an exciting, but stressful. Learn how to limit the headaches and stay flexible.
