Tuesday, December 23, 2025
The Dirt on Conservation

The Dirt on Conservation

Hay field

Determine when it is the right time to re-seed your hayfield based on your soil conditions and how you choose to manage your fields.
Eastern hellbender

The hellbender is the largest native salamander found in North America and is found within the unglaciated ragged hills of Appalachia and the Ozarks.

Runoff water can pick up and carry many substances that pollute water. Some — like pesticides, fertilizers, oil and soap — are harmful in any quantity.
Rural stream

It is important that you understand the documentation and permissions that need to be in place before beginning any project that might impact water quality. 

The assassin bug known as the wheel bug is one of the largest terrestrial true bugs in North America.
canada geese

Canada geese offer excellent hunting opportunities, but there has been a negative impact on water quality in ponds that can be attributed to geese.
fall webworms

The fall webworm is native to North America and is common from Canada into Mexico. Learn why their webs are more noticeable during fall.
compost

If you haven't considered composting manure in the past this process may be easier than you think and could benefit your farm in more ways than one.
American bullfrog

Frog season in Ohio is open from 6 p.m. June 11 to April 30, 2022. Learn more about hunting techniques and regulations.
indiangrass

Native grasses provide cover for wildlife, excellent brood rearing habitat for grassland nesting and upland game birds and lots of forage for wildlife.