Monday, December 16, 2024
The Dirt on Conservation

The Dirt on Conservation

beef cattle in a field

The Columbiana Soil & Water Conservation District will be partnering with several other agencies to host two field days at the end of June.
Cover crops

There are two best management practices that will aid in promoting healthy soil and limit erosion: no-till farming and cover crops.
bumble bee

Learn how to optimize the space in your backyard for pollinators.
composting waste

Learn about the benefits and differences of composting and vermicomposting.
woods

Whether you're trying to preserve a woodlot or use it for production, planning is a key step to achieve your goals.
hay show

District manager of Medina SWCD Eric Hange sheds light on the criteria used to assess the quality of hay bales at the county fair.
Hemlock trees at Beaver Creek

Forest products provide a $30 billion annual economic impact in Ohio, as well as providing wildlife habitat and hunting. But Ohio's forests are under threat, writes Lynn Vogel.
rain barrel

Rain barrels help conserve water and help you catch it all and use that water then for gardens and flower beds.
Goat

There are many benefits to grazing cattle, sheep and goats together or in succession. Find out how you can implement multi-species grazing on your farm.
2022 International Envirothon

It is the time of year when many soil and water conservation district's are busy preparing for Envirothon, writes Kathleen Vrable-Bryan.