Who hasn’t heard that thought-provoking ditty at some point, “I think that I shall never see a poem lovely as a tree”? In addition to the beauty a tree or shrub can provide to any landscape, they can also serve to improve the water quality of a nearby stream. Not to...
Did you know that Ohio was the first state in the country to have a month recognizing the importance of native plants? In 2019, April was designated as Native Plant Month in Ohio and launched a campaign to increase public awareness of Ohio’s native plants and the many...
Local farmers interested in improving water quality can sign-up now until August 15th to participate in H2Ohio for crop years 2026 and 2027. Participating farmers will work with their local conservation district to develop a nutrient management plan and select best...
“I think that I shall never see, a poem as lovely as a tree…” You may not remember the author, yet the words in that sonnet are a familiar recollection no doubt. And even though one of the lines says that “…only God can make a tree”, you and I certainly have the...
Join us with the Green Family as we showcase soil health conservation changes on Willowbrook Farm. The Green’s have implemented no-till and strip till into their operation, installed several waterways, and cover nearly every acre with overwintering cover crops. ...
What is a crimper crop roller? Implement used to terminate certain types of cover crops. When do you use a crimper crop roller? Can be used either before or after planting. In general, it is easier and less problematic to plant green and crimp after the crop has...
