If you have livestock or horses, then you have manure! You may have a mountain of manure that grows daily. So, is it a problem or is it a benefit? The Rain […]
Author Archive | Cathy McQueeney
Prepare Now for Mud and Rain Season!
Fall has officially arrived. Soon we’ll be firmly immersed in rain and mud season. Landowners with livestock face additional challenges once the Oregon rains arrive in full. Muddy pastures and paddocks can cause […]
Equipment Rental Program Adds New No-Till Drill
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District has added a new no-till drill to it’s collection of farm implements available to local agricultural producers through the Equipment Rental Program. The District had two […]
Now is the Time to Prepare Fall Pastures
As dry summer days give over to autumn rains, pasture grasses experience new root growth and work to store carbohydrates in the lower 3-4 inches of the stem. Anything that hinders these two […]
Videos for Horse Owners and Pasture Managers
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District has three videos that address horse pasture, mud, and manure management. They are quick and informative! Did your dream of weed-free, lush pasture turn into weedy, […]
Post-Wildfire Restoration Opportunity – 2020 Labor Day Wildfires
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District is happy to announce that new resources are available to landowners affected by the 2020 Labor Day Wildfires. A Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) will provide […]
Have You Heard of Riparian Zones? A Video!
People who have stream side properties face different challenges than the typical landowner. The same goes for people who live along creeks and rivers. While these properties offer many attractive benefits, they also […]
Horse Pasture Management Video
The Clackamas Soil and Water Conservation District offers a wide range of support for horse owners in Clackamas County. The following horse pasture video gives you a good idea of some of the […]
Protect Your Horses from “Pasture Bullies”
Tansy Ragwort is the toxic weed of the moment. It’s bright yellow flower can been seen throughout our rural areas. In many places, however, good neighbors and land managers are out there pulling […]
