Tag: conservation
Garden cleanup: How to help overwintering pollinators
Plenty of pollinators overwinter in gardens, using debris that is left behind to survive. Wait until April to start cleaning up your flower beds.
Perennial crops: applications for everyone
Perennial crops are diverse and offer a wide range of benefits. Learn the five general categories and how to get started.
Deep roots: Conservation is key for 2019 Ohio Tree Farm of...
Paul Mechling, owner of Snowy Oak Tree Farm, is preparing for the 2019 Ohio Tree Farm of the Year tour. On his farm, Mechling focuses on conservation.
Precision ag and conservation do go hand-in-hand
Learn how to better manage your land to get the most out of fertilizer applications and reduce runoff.
Using less plastic has big benefits
The average American takes home almost 1,500 plastic bags every year. You can make a difference by switching to reusable bags to do your grocery shopping.
EPA discharge permits part of pollution problem
In a recent letter to the editor, a reader shares her thoughts on how the Ohio EPA's discharge permits affect pollution in local waterways.
Undoing Nixon’s environmental legacy
Donald Trump has done his best to undo Nixon's environmental legacy. He has reversed or begun to roll back more than 80 environmental rules and regulations.
How to set up a water source for bees
Bees are in need of safe, reliable water sources. Learn how to set up and maintain the ideal waterer for the bees in your neighborhood.
How to improve the way your yard handles heavy rainfall
Planning for increased rainfall is guaranteed to reduce runoff, improve soil health and water quality, save money and add beneficial beauty to your yard.
Conservation plan is key to achieving goals
A conservation plan is a tool to help you better manage the natural resources on your land.
