Oil and gas pipeline easements — the next phase of the leasing process
Phase I If you live in Carroll or Jefferson counties, the frenzy of the leasing process is beginning to slow up somewhat, and drill...
Firmly grounded yet moving forward
With bellies full and hearts warmed by family festivities, hopefully the holidays provide the much needed time to recharge our minds and rejuvenate our...
A strong voice is not always musical
Soil and water conservation districts in each of Ohio's counties need board members who are dedicated to agriculture's success and natural resource conservation.
How invasive species affect wildlife
Invasive species have many negative impacts on native ecosystems. Find out what you can do to control them in your woodlot.
It’s the simple things in life
Jefferson SWCD's Aaron Dodds saved a swamp milkweed plant in the middle of his yard and what happened next was magic.
The Dirt on Conservation: Challenges of the wet harvest season
Do you ever get in a rut? I don't mean like in your field or yard. The "rut" I'm talking about Webster describes as "a usual or fixed practice, a monotonous routine."
Drought caught you short on feed?
The drought of 2012 has caused many livestock producers to question the feed they have on hand or will be harvesting this fall. Will...
Herbicides and cover crops must agree on each other
Some ongoing tips for successful cover crops.
Do pastures need soil samples?
Managing nutrients in the pasture can increase profitability in those fields, the same way they do for other crops.
On the lookout for SWCD leaders
Soil and Water Conservation District board members play an important role.
