What do we know about heavy metals in soil? What do we know about lead exposure through soil and garden plants? What do we know about cadmium and arsenic in soils? What can I do if I’m at risk for heavy metals in my garden soil?
Stormwater runoff from impervious surfaces has been routed directly to streams through stormwater pipes and ditches with little infiltration or treatment.
For ranchers, riparian areas are a major source of water, shelter and forage for cattle and wildlife. Learn how to manage them effectively by integrating them into an overall grazing management plan.
Rental rates for pasturing cattle and sheep vary depending on animal size or weight, the condition of the pasture, work done by each party and lease length.
Alternative feeds can provide beef producers with economical alternatives to traditional feedstuffs. There are pitfalls, however, and special care must be taken to ensure the alternative feeds are safe.
The workshops and popular field tours provided the education needed to make the right decisions about livestock grazing and irrigation in order to conserve water, increase forage production and increase profits.