Tag: leopold
Aug 15
Application now open for the 2023 Oklahoma Leopold Conservation Award
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture is proud to join the Sand County Foundation to recognize Oklahoma agriculturists who work to improve soil health, water resources and wildlife habitats within their operation. Applications and nominations are now open for the 2023 Oklahoma Leopold Conservation Award. Recipients receive a $10,000 award for their dedication to …
Aug 03
Three Ranches Selected as Finalists for New Mexico Leopold Conservation Award
Three finalists have been selected for the 2023 New Mexico Leopold Conservation Award®. Given in honor of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold, the prestigious award recognizes farmers, ranchers, forestland owners, and other landowners who inspire others with their dedication to land, water, and wildlife resources in their care. Sand County Foundation and national sponsor American Farmland …
Mar 01
2022 Oklahoma Leopold Conservation Award – Smith Family Farm
Jimmy and Cathy Smith farm with their children Spencer and Calli. They credit conservation practices and technological advances with saving time and money, and benefitting the landscape. Growing rye as a cover crop has improved the Smith’s soil, which average 2 to 4 percent organic matter compared to the statewide .5 percent average. They began …
Nov 22
Michael Thompson Receives Kansas Leopold Conservation Award
Michael Thompson of Almena has been selected as the recipient of the 2022 Kansas Leopold Conservation Award®. Given in honor of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold, the award recognizes farmers, ranchers and forestland owners who inspire others with their dedication to land, water and wildlife resources in their care. In Kansas the award is presented annually …
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