Embracing the New Year
In Denmark, taking a break from the busyness of the day to enjoy the simple things with others […] … Continue reading
Caring for Your Land and Water
Incredible Insects: Tiny, But Mighty
Do you count yourself among the many that fear bugs? A fear of insects is one of the … Continue reading
Agroforestry: Farms and Forests Working as One
This is part three of our five-part Farm Gate series about agricultural projects that are supported by the … Continue reading
Keeping Soil in its Place: Funding for Erosion Control
This is part two of our five-part Farm Gate series about agricultural projects that are supported by the … Continue reading
The Best Defense is a Good Fence
Thiis is part one of our five-part Farm Gate series about agricultural projects that are supported by the … Continue reading
A Year to Celebrate
Happy New Year everyone. As we transition into a new year, it’s a time to reflect on how … Continue reading
Signs of Stewardship
When you care for your property in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way, you’re helping to protect the … Continue reading
Decoding Our Natural Heritage
Tens of millions of people have taken DNA tests to discover their ancestral heritage. DNA tests help people … Continue reading
Three Steps to Safer Drinking Water for Well Owners
Get to Know Your Drinking Water Does your home or business draw drinking water from a well? How … Continue reading
Best Management Practices: Farming for the Future
Farmers Play a Critical Role in Watershed Management Farmers have a unique relationship with the environment. They directly … Continue reading
Caring for Your Yard
Prepare Your Garden Join us for a free webinar on getting your yard and garden ready for winter!
Solutions for Safer Well Water
Learn About Protecting Groundwater Do you know if your water is at risk? Poorly built wells can cause
Insect (and other) Invaders
Bugs that are a Bother In July, it can seem like there’s nothing worse than being caught in … Continue reading
Good Things Come to Those Who Wait
They say patience is a virtue. For hay growers who delay the hay cut, it also helps save … Continue reading
Why Leaves Change Colour When They Shouldn’t (and How to Stop Them)
If the leaves on your trees and shrubs are changing unseasonably early, it could be a sign something’s wrong. … Continue reading
How to Mulch Your Rain Garden
Like any garden, a rain garden benefits from a layer of mulch. But because of their unique design … Continue reading
Watershed Farms: Invest in Soil, Invest in Success
The Gardhouse Family has operated Watershed Farms in East Garafraxa for decades. Their holistic approach to farming has … Continue reading