Tag: conservation
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.
How to install a rain barrel
Rain barrels can help manage stormwater on your property, as well as, benefit the environment. Learn how to properly install and maintain a rain barrel.
Shawnee State Forest to expand by 1,200 acres
More than 1,200 acres of forest land adjacent to Shawnee State Forest will be acquired with a federal partnership grant through the Forest Legacy Program.
Funds available to help increase conservation
Ottawa Soil and Water Conservation District has partnered with American Farmland Trust to bring local farmers another way to increase conservation efforts.
How to create a bee lawn
If a bee garden isn’t for you, a bee lawn might be a better fit. They promote biodiversity, require less maintenance and can be more cost efficient.
Healthy soil is your best defense
Healthy soils with proper structure and a balance of mineral and organic matter withstand drought and provide moisture to plants during the dry season.
USDA reopens continuous CRP sign up
FSA will accept applications for certain practices under the Conservation Reserve Program and will offer extensions for expiring contracts beginning June 3.
River fires: Healing the waters across the US
We are all non-point source polluters and need to learn how to eliminate or reduce the pollution we are adding to our public waters.
