Think about the last time you were in the grocery store. When you went to pick up hamburgers or steaks, you may have noticed a “grass-fed” label on some of the meat. Did you stop and think, “What does that actually mean?” A lot of people have this moment because terms like “grass-fed,” “grain-fed,” or … Read more
Do you own a woodlot? If so, you own a long-term investment that requires some healthy management for productive harvesting. Woodlots aren’t self-tending, and the sooner you learn how to manage yours, the sooner you can improve your output. So in this blog, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about growing healthier trees, fostering … Read more
Are you the proud new owner of a waterfront property? If so, congratulations! That’s a lifelong dream for many landowners, so take time to celebrate that achievement. However, even the most desired waterfront properties are at risk for things like natural erosion and rising tides. To protect your property, you’ll want to consider investing in … Read more
Carbon is necessary for life, but carbon emissions have been impacting the planet significantly for the past several decades – which is where carbon credits come in. Carbon dioxide is the greenhouse gas with the highest levels of emissions into the atmosphere. In turn, this causes global warming, and ultimately, climate change. As a result, … Read more
The UN has been fighting desertification since 1994. It estimates that more than 24 billion tons of fertile soil disappear every year. Desertification is the process of land degradation in arid, semi-arid, and dry sub-humid areas. The current climate crisis has caused these factors to multiply, and desertification is now recognized as one of the … Read more
Ice fishing is a rewarding sport, but to do it correctly, you’ll need an ice shanty. These structures allow you to warm up and store your gear. So in this blog, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about ice shanties. Let’s get started. 1. What is an ice shanty? An ice shanty is … Read more
This may surprise you, but geodesic domes could be a great tool in the fight against climate change. This is because these structures are extremely efficient and inexpensive. If you’re interested in sustainable housing, keep reading. Here’s what you need to know about what a geodesic dome is and how it works. 1. What is … Read more
What do you think of when you hear the word “wetland” or “delineation”? If you’re like most people, you think of a swamp, marsh, or bog. However, that’s not always the case. Contrary to popular belief, wetlands don’t have to be wet all the time. Some wetlands can be farmed, mowed for hay, maintained as … Read more
Did you know that humans are the leading cause of wildfires? As many as 90 percent of wildland fires in the United States are caused by people. Human-caused fires result from campfires being left unattended, the burning of debris, power lines coming down, cigarettes being discarded, and intentional acts of arson. What should you take … Read more
In 1911, Swedish chemist and agricultural scientist Albert Atterberg discovered a way to distinguish between different types of finely-grained soil using the Atterberg Limits Test. He found that plasticity is a unique property of cohesive soils such as clay and silt. As a result, Atterberg suggested classifying these soils with a particle size of 2µm … Read more