Streamside forests help prevent pollution
A riparian buffer with a good mix of trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants will trap and filter out much of the sediment that is being carried by runoff.
How to stock your pond for fishing
Learn more about what fish species to stock your pond with and how to maintain the population thereafter.
The lottery of farming
Aaron Dodds tell the story of a boy named Elmer who enters a lottery to win a bicycle, and how his humble attitude during the contest relates to farming.
Rain gardens are beneficial for farms
Rain gardens on farms offer many benefits — they can reduce stress on field tile, lessen runoff, increase pollinator activity and add beauty to your yard.
Biodiversity can benefit your farm
Biodiversity could provide a framework for farm plans and agricultural conservation. The more diversity an ecosystem retains, the more adaptive it is.
Ohio’s forests are under threat: Here’s how you can help
Forest products provide a $30 billion annual economic impact in Ohio, as well as providing wildlife habitat and hunting. But Ohio's forests are under threat, writes Lynn Vogel.
Walking with the giants on grandpa’s farm
Aaron Dodds' grandfather taught him many lessons about wildlife, nature and their benefits. The giants taught him how to treat others and respect himself.
Digging to find real secrets of soil
I recently went to watch one of my best friends perform in the play The Best Little Christmas Pageant Ever at the Little Theater...
Resolve to become a better steward of the land
Become a better steward of the land in 2015 (even if you don't own any land).
How to reduce vulture damage to cattle
Black vulture range and population numbers have expanded in the last 30 years resulting in increased property damage and livestock and pet depredation.
