Conservation is always in style
"Healthy Soil and Pure Water" are the goals of the Holmes Soil and Water Conservation District, and of every soil and water conservation district in Ohio.
Every farmer plays huge role in soil conservation
All farmers should try to prevent soil loss. It doesn't take long before topsoil is compromised and your ability to produce top-yielding crops is hampered.
How to make your lawn environmentally friendly
Implement a more environmentally conscientious lawn care regimen and become a better steward of your land. Use these simple tips to get started.
May we all bend with time
Stuart Heavilin examines goal-setting for the new year and urges farmers to allow the best information to drive the way they run their operations.
Keep farm nutrients in place
Farmers need to be aware of best practices for manure. Learn more about ideas and assistance to keep your valuable nutrients in place.
If you want to keep your goals, put them down in writing
While we are all huddled down, surviving the cold, with little else to do, other than work and keep livestock warm and dry, start setting goals for 2019.
CAUV can save you on taxes, as long as you follow the rule
The CAUV is a differential real estate tax assessment program that lets farmland owners have their parcels taxed according to its value in agriculture.
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.
