Wednesday, May 1, 2024
The Dirt on Conservation

The Dirt on Conservation

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...
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It's time to elect new soil and water conservation district board members to ensure the success of each district. Find out how to get involved.

You've heard the saying that the value of land is based mainly on location, location, location. But after working for many years in a...
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Last year is now in the rear-view mirror, and most producers are not sorry to see it go.

The term "storm sewer" is in the past. The system will not treat anything before it enters the local waters and will be very problematic to anything that lives within them.

There are other options that may be more cost effective and less labor intensive, that could eliminate a lot of hay needs during the winter.
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What if we look at the harmful algal bloom problem as an infiltration issue instead of a runoff issue?
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Remember to live your life to the fullest, and appreciate each day.
Late-planted oats in December

Convincing others to be more conservation-minded starts with implementing good conservation practices at home, first. Learn where to get started.

Phase I If you live in Carroll or Jefferson counties, the frenzy of the leasing process is beginning to slow up somewhat, and drill...