Working together benefits everyone
Farmers and hunters can work together to balance crop production and wildlife populations through food plots, habitat improvements and land management.
Using fire as a management tool
Learn the difference between wildfires and prescribed fires, how drought fuels risk in Ohio and how controlled burns can benefit forests and pastures.
How do we determine soil health?
Healthy soil sustains life. Minimize disturbance, keep living roots, boost biodiversity and maintain cover to improve yields, water quality and resilience.
How white-tailed deer overcame extinction
Once nearly wiped out in Ohio, white-tailed deer have rebounded to around 800,000 today, modeling a conservation victory and creating hunting opportunities.
The only constant is change
From lake cleanups to H2Ohio, Ohio’s soil and water conservation has evolved over 15 years, reminding us that change brings growth and new opportunities.
Let’s get those kids to a farm
For 60 years, Holmes SWCD’s Fifth Grade Farm Tour has connected students to agriculture through hands-on learning, community support and conservation.
Affirmative defense can help protect agricultural producers
Ohio farmers can use “affirmative defense” to protect against liability when following nutrient and conservation plans. Learn how it safeguards operations.
Everything to know about sinkholes
Sinkholes can be small nuisances or costly hazards. Learn what causes them, their risks and what to do if one appears on your property.
The ripple effect of soil erosion
Soil erosion threatens Ohio’s farms and waterways. Learn causes, consequences, dredging challenges and prevention practices that protect soil and water.
Migration and monarchs: Why these butterflies matter
Monarch butterflies face steep decline from habitat loss, climate change and deforestation. Learn more about threats and how you can help protect them.
