Tag: water management
Water quality problems that affect livestock production
Learn what the most common water quality problems affecting livestock production are and how they could affect your herd.
Ponds need year-round management
Spring is a good time to stock or restock your pond. Learn how to introduce new fish and assess current populations to optimize your fishing experience.
Conservation practice could cut nitrogen pollution to the Gulf
University of Illinois scientists estimate saturated buffers could reduce nitrogen from agricultural drainage by 5 to 10 percent.
Saturated buffers reduce nitrates, more efficient
Enhancing a standard buffer with a saturated buffer where possible could remove approximately 13 times the annual amount of nitrogen.
How to evaluate your home after heavy rains, flooding
Flooding and heavy rains can damage foundations, private water wells and septic systems. Learn how to properly evaluate and respond to water damage.
Farm and Dairy’s top 10 stories of 2018
Check out the Farm and Dairy staff selections for the top 10 stories in 2018. Make sure you didn't miss the most influential agriculture news of the year.
Conservation funding available for Upper Big Walnut Creek
The Delaware SWCD has new funding available for the Upper Big Walnut Creek Watershed through the Promoting Best Management Practices for Phosphorus Project.
Western Pa. acid mine remediation projects receive $1.6 million
Several western Pennsylvania projects received $1.6 million in grants from the state Department of Environmental Protection to remove acid mine drainage.
Will we always have fresh water?
Who are the biggest water users and where could we cut back? Alan Guebert investigates these questions in this week's column.
Check gutters and downspouts this fall
With fall right around the corner, it's a great time to do a walk-around inspection of your home's gutters and downspouts.
