I had a really nice visit today from Chad Cochrane, our local District Conservationist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service. We took a walk in the pouring rain and talked about all our conservation concerns (fencing off a seasonal stream, controlling erosion on a hillside, dealing with soil impact in high use areas, etc.). Chad had some great advice, including which projects might be eligible for funding under the EQUIP program of the 2008 Farm Bill. Whether or not we get the funding, Chad is a great example of what I wish the government could always be: efficient, highly competent, and really out to help us.
Soaking up Advice
January 25, 2010 by Steve Normanton
Steve,
A co-worker had past your site to me knowing that I only eat Organic foods.
I found you post to refreshing and honest.
I hope someday to visit your farm (with my Greyhounds I think they would find it a great place and all those new smells…) and be able to purchase some of your meats/poultry for both me and the Grey’s
Please keep up the good work (this world’s soil needs it)
Mark
Hi Mark,
I do hope you will be able to visit us sometime. Soil health is the most important aspect to ensure a sustainable environment for us all.
Steve