Friday, April 19, 2024
The Dirt on Conservation

The Dirt on Conservation

seedlings

Jessie Radcliff is excited for the future of agriculture, of soil conservation, and her part in the task of change and progress.
Manure application

Applying manure improves soil tilth, helps with water and nutrient retention, reduces wind and water erosion and promotes growth of beneficial organisms.

By KIMBERLY BREWSTERThe term "watershed" has been a buzzword in recent years, popping up in discussions about conservation, water quality, and land management.According to...

The Ohio Buckeye Tree is a tree with an identity crisis. We found this out the last several months measuring trees for our Big Tree Contest for 2015.
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.

So much of life depends upon your point of view. Everyone has different experiences and learns from a unique perspective. My grade school consisted of...
angus cattle feeding

Last year is now in the rear-view mirror, and most producers are not sorry to see it go.
workshop

As you take a look at the opportunities for gathering information at workshop seasons, consider these tips to get the most out of them.
black-eyed susan

Small changes in the way homeowners manage their property can mean a lot to the environment.

As I tried to put together this article it became clear to me that your local Soil and Water Conservation District is definitely "one...