Tag: conservation
Don’t rake fall leaves, recycle them
Fallen leaves naturally return organic matter to the soil as they decompose. Homeowners have many options for using leaves in their landscape beyond raking.
Ohio State University lead partner in northwest Ohio watershed project
A new watershed project in northwestern Ohio will demonstrate that agricultural conservation practices can help meet Lake Erie's water quality goals.
Profit pressures hamper the use of conservation practices in farming
The American food system's focus on the bottom line restricts farmers' opportunities to implement science-backed conservation practices on their farms.
Promoting programs for pollinators
Pollinator habitat — an abundance of diverse, native wildflowers and just a sprinkling of native grass — is an essential part of Ohio's farming landscape.
Program to give private sector a shot at helping farmers cut...
Researchers are experimenting with a new, private sector program to pay farmers in the Western Lake Erie Basin to reduce their phosphorus runoff.
Get the most out of your compost
Composting is a great way to use up household food waste and boost garden productivity. Use these best practices to get the most out of your compost pile.
Meet the 2021 Ohio Conservation Farm Family Awards recipients
The five families recognized with 2021 Ohio Conservation Farm Family Awards are all improving their land for future generations, but each in their own way.
Now is the time to consider fall nutrient replacement
It's time to prepare for fall nutrient replacement. Learn how to be effective with the nutrients and manage fertility to meet your yield goals.
Conservation Reserve Program needs a boost
Alan Guebert explains why the U.S. Department of Agriculture's biggest environmental program, the Conservation Reserve Program, is at a crossroads.
Mark Smith appointed Western Lake Erie Basin Coordinator
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service has appointed Mark Smith as the agency's Western Lake Erie Basin Coordinator.
