Tag: conservation
Winter is the most valuable time of year for conservation
Winter is not the off-season for conservation. Learn how cover crops, soil microbes, stockpile grazing and off-season planning boost success for spring.
Don’t get jammed by log jams
Learn how the Muskingum Watershed’s Debris Removal Program helps clear dangerous log jams, protect roads and bridges and reduce erosion on local streams.
Second species of wild ramps discovered in southwestern Pennsylvania
Penn State Beaver researchers uncover genetic proof of a second ramp species, a finding that could guide better conservation and sustainable harvesting.
Sometimes the farms we visit least are prioritizing conservation the best
A passionate no-till, cover-crop champion earns Wayne County’s 2025 Conservation Farm Award, celebrating his devotion to soil health and community.
Chart a course in conservation
Conservation takes courage. Across Ohio, landowners prove that determination and vision can turn doubt into thriving farms, forests and habitats.
Why leave the leaves?
Instead of raking or bagging fall leaves, try leaving them to decompose naturally, and enrich your soil, save time and create vital wildlife habitat.
The only constant is change
From lake cleanups to H2Ohio, Ohio’s soil and water conservation has evolved over 15 years, reminding us that change brings growth and new opportunities.
Conservation project at Beaver County dairy farm showcases power of partnerships
A collaborative $3M conservation project at Wright Brothers Dairy will ease labor, improve water quality and secure the dairy's future.
The ripple effect of soil erosion
Soil erosion threatens Ohio’s farms and waterways. Learn causes, consequences, dredging challenges and prevention practices that protect soil and water.
Migration and monarchs: Why these butterflies matter
Monarch butterflies face steep decline from habitat loss, climate change and deforestation. Learn more about threats and how you can help protect them.
