Tag: conservation
No-till and cover crops vs. erosion
There are two best management practices that will aid in promoting healthy soil and limit erosion: no-till farming and cover crops.
Expanding conservation efforts in Ohio give freshwater mussels hope
The Watters Aquatic Conservation Center is providing new opportunities for researchers to reverse the downward trend of many species of freshwater mussels.
Building a home for pollinators
Learn how to optimize the space in your backyard for pollinators.
Middle Great Miami River to see dams removed
Seventy million dollars will be invested in unplugging blockages from the nation’s rivers, including the Middle Great Miami River in Ohio.
Educator workshop will explore wetlands
Educators are invited to the Geauga and Portage Soil and Water Conservation Districts’ Wonders of Watersheds workshop from June 24-26.
Composting vs. vermicomposting
Learn about the benefits and differences of composting and vermicomposting.
Tree farmer finds evidence of Wood Wide Web in Ohio
An Ohio tree farmer believes he's documented evidence of the existence of the interconnection of forest plants via fungal networks on his property.
Spring cleaning in TuscParks set for April 27
TuscParks will host Spruce Up the Trails on April 27 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Stark Parks seeks volunteers to clean up garlic mustard May 4
The Stark Parks “Earth Day Every Day” series for 2024 is underway and will include a garlic mustard clean-up day May 4.
Rain barrels have many benefits for home gardeners
Rain barrels help conserve water and help you catch it all and use that water then for gardens and flower beds.
