Friday, May 3, 2024
The Dirt on Conservation

The Dirt on Conservation

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has determined there are a number of potential concerns.
round bales wrapped in plastic

Learn how to reduce the cost of feeding your livestock by reducing hay cutting losses due to storage and feeding.

What happens when you pull a $20 bill out of your pocket and tell a classroom of 4th graders you will give them the...
aerial farmland

Many people are interested in protecting their farmland, forestland or some mix in-between. Here are some steps to consider land easements.
christmas tree

Forest and Wildlife Technician Caitlin Harris discusses how to start the new year with a healthier environment by recycling your Christmas tree.
A mature redbud tree in the spring

Trees have so many benefits when it comes to conservation. Trees prevent and reduce erosion, can improve biodiversity, help pollinators and produce timber.
Buffer strip

Every month, the soil and water conservation districts are offering programs to help people learn how to improve their farms, homesteads and backyards. 

Soil and Water Conservation District board members play an important role.
Goat

There are many benefits to grazing cattle, sheep and goats together or in succession. Find out how you can implement multi-species grazing on your farm.

By TAMMY L. JONES Did you know that cigarette butts are litter? In Ohio, as well as other states, you can be fined for throwing your...