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Irrigation: An Ancient Game Changer
It’s easy to move about our communities, oblivious to the fundamental contribution that those giant farm sprinklers
Top Ten Questions About Irrigation Ponds
Far from damaging the environment, irrigation ponds offer a method to capture and store both stormwater and irrigation runoff
Irrigation Ponds and the Future
In February 2022, scientists reported that the American West is currently in a megadrought
Managing Algae
Algae is the ever-present cloud that hangs over many pond operations, whether the pond is built for irrigation
Maintaining Your Irrigation Pond
When your pond relies on a compacted soil/clay layer to prevent stored water from seeping away
Irrigation Ponds: Where’s the Water Coming From?
It’s a reasonable question: If water is already scarce, how am I going to fill up an irrigation pond?
Siting and Managing an Irrigation Reservoir
When choosing a site for an irrigation reservoir, you’ll want to work in concert with the designer
Designing to Avoid Water Loss
There are two basic types of dams, and either can be used when creating an irrigation pond.
The Basics of Designing an Irrigation Pond
If you’ve decided, or are still considering, using an irrigation pond in your operations, it’s a good time
Why Should I Build an Irrigation Pond?
Installing an irrigation pond on your property can offer several benefits, including water security, improved crop production and reduced long-term costs.
The Definition of an Irrigation Pond
The term irrigation pond refers to a constructed body of water located adjacent to agricultural land and designated for irrigation purposes.
Top 8 Questions about Hunting Ponds
Deer absolutely need water, and while they can satisfy a lot of their needs for moisture by consuming juicy plants
Managing Midges in Your Hunting Pond
Any serious wildlife conservationist, rancher or hunter is aware of the deadly EHD (epizootic hemorrhagic disease)
Algae in Your Hunting Pond
It’s easy to think of a constructed deer pond as essentially a bathtub full of water that will remain clear and pristine
Stewards of the Land
People in many industrialized countries, and especially we, as Americans, have historically viewed natural resources as commodities
Building a Hunting Pond: Finishing Touches
Your goal is to have a dependable supply of water that can be maintained year-round so that resident deer have no need to move on
Building a Hunting Pond: Preparations
The location and particular characteristics of your hunting pond will dictate how well it is used by deer, particularly those elusive mature bucks.
What Makes an Ideal Deer Pond?
Deer, even mature bucks, don’t show any real preference between natural or constructed ponds.
Building a Hunting Pond - What Deer Need
Traditionally, land enhancement practices to attract deer have focused on food sources and food plots
Building a Hunting Pond: Just Add Water
Are you an outdoorsman, a nature enthusiast, or a homesteader intent on supplying your own food?
Habitat Improvements to Attract Mature Bucks
Mature bucks are a different animal than your average doe or even young buck.
How Do I Design a Greenhouse on my Homestead?
Greenhouses create a safe, warm place for your plants by utilizing solar radiation.
Planning for the Long-Term Homestead
A major facet of homesteading is preparation. Emergencies happen, crops fail, animals pass away, and costs pop up.
Supporting the Cycle of Life with Homesteading
Anyone familiar with Disney’s rendition of Hamlet knows about the circular nature of life and decay.