Be aware of poison hemlock this spring
Poison hemlock is a biennial weed that is toxic to livestock and people if ingested, making it dangerous in the edges of pasture fields and hay fields.
Cover crops: What are they, why care?
Cover crops also protect the soil from erosion, reduce soil compaction and provide a natural means of suppressing soil diseases and pests.
Interseeding can help farmers plant cover crops and harvest cash crops
New strategies like interseeding can relieve the time crunch farmers feel during harvest and help them make sure a cover crop is in the ground in the fall.
Rain barrels help save water, money
With the water you'll collect in a rain barrel, you can water flowers, landscape plants, trees and your garden.
Manage invasive species to keep native plants and wildlife healthy
Non-native trees and shrubs are invading the native ecosystem in the Midwest. Learn about management strategies to keep them under control.
Ohio Envirothon seeking alumni
The members of the Ohio Envirothon Committee are on a crusade to locate past high school students who have competed in an Ohio Envirothon competition.
Rotational grazing has many benefits
Rotational grazing is used to graze certain sections of pasture and move cattle before it is overgrazed, which allows the grass to grow back quicker.
Make an obligation to conservation crop rotation
Crop rotation is a great way to amend the soil for a better harvest and can provide a multitude of benefits to your soil.
Geese can degrade water quality
Canada geese offer excellent hunting opportunities, but there has been a negative impact on water quality in ponds that can be attributed to geese.
Vernal pools are home to amphibian life during spring
Vernal pools, or ephemeral pools, provide a perfect environment for amphibians to mate, lay eggs and develop.
