Wednesday, August 12, 2026
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.

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

If you are thinking of earning some money by harvesting your timber, there are some things you should know before signing away rights to your property.

Your car provides convenience, but runoff from road salt, fluid leaks, and driveway washing harms local streams. Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District shares simple habits to prevent stormwater pollution and keep northeast Ohio waterways clean year-round.

Learn how to balance your pasture pond by managing livestock access, reducing nutrient runoff, and improving water quality for healthier cattle and fish.
milking

Building a new parlor, whether it is a traditional or robotic system, can be an exciting, but stressful. Learn how to limit the headaches and stay flexible.
emerging corn

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.
Spotted jewelweed plant.

Spotted jewelweed tends to help more than it harms, growing in wet, shaded areas, out-competing invasive species and offering numerous health benefits.

While parks protect wild spaces, they can give the false impression that nature only belongs there. Stark Soil and Water Conservation District's Todd A. Clark shares a nostalgic look at shifting natural baselines and explains why small-scale conservation at home is vital for inspiring the next generation.
fish sale

There are several factors to consider when managing your pond: stocking rates, species selection, the number of fish you need, and even your pond's age.