Sunday, December 21, 2025
The Dirt on Conservation

The Dirt on Conservation

Comma butterflies

As fall and winter weather are approaching, you can still contribute potential pollinator saving methods to your garden or future garden.
leaf-covered path through woods

Learn more about management techniques to improve your woods, attract more wildlife and increase the value of the trees on your property.
Healthy soil

If you want to improve water quality, nutrient management or soil health on your operation, pick one thing and just do it.
Riparian zone near a stream

Perennial crops are diverse and offer a wide range of benefits. Learn the five general categories and how to get started.
flooded field

Ohio laws governing water rights and drainage are complex and constantly evolving. Deb Bigelow offers a breakdown for landowners in her column this week.
yellow nutsedge

Learn to understand how yellow nutsedge reproduces and thrives to better manage it in your forage crop fields and pastures.
jam

You purchased local farm products all summer, but now what do you do with the remaining product? Here are a few ideas: canning, drying and freezing.
fertilizer

Learn how to better manage your land to get the most out of fertilizer applications and reduce runoff.
reusable bag with recycling symbol

The average American takes home almost 1,500 plastic bags every year. You can make a difference by switching to reusable bags to do your grocery shopping.
science project

Beginning in fifth grade, all across Ohio, students are exposed to the scientific method through their experiences in their schools' science fairs.