What's the value of soil health for nutrient management in Virginia

USDA-ARS

In this publication, Dr. Alan Franzluebbers of USDA-ARS evaluates research findings on nutrient management and soil health in Virginia. The general findings highlight that reducing nitrogen rates may not reduce yields but can improve economic returns.

Article

Conquest of the Land Through Seven Thousand Years

USDA-NRCS

This publication by Dr. W.C. Lowdermilk, former Assistant Chief of the U.S. Soil Conservation service, unearths lost wisdom and shares lessons on what might be gleaned from history in response to the Dust Bowl.

Bulletin

Bay Restoration Practices

Chesapeake Stormwater Network

Everything you need to know about the practices that can help meet the Chesapeake Bay TMDL pollution reduction goals. BMP Expert Panel reports, archived webcasts and easy to read fact sheets all in one place!

Resource Page

Chesterfield County Grass Roots Program

Chesterfield Parks & Recreation

Grass Roots offers residents the opportunity to learn about and remedy specific problems contributing to your lawn’s current condition.

Guide

The Natural Communities of Virginia Classification of Ecological Groups and Community Types

Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation

Here you will find detailed information on more than 300 natural communities found in Virginia.

Web Resource

Plant Virginia Natives

Pant Virginia Natives Marketing Partnership

Resources identifying plants native to Virginia and a place to start for guidance about landscaping with Virginia’s native plants.

Website

Conservation Landscaping Guidelines

Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council

The following elements represent the practice of conservation landscaping. By implementing these practices, you can contribute to the restoration of the Chesapeake Bay watershed and improve the region’s water and air quality.

Guide

Residential Resources

Thomas Jefferson SWCD

Thomas Jefferson Soil and Water Conservation District collection of resource publications.

Resource Library

Virginia Conservation Assistance Program

VA SWCD

An urban cost-share program that provides financial incentives and technical and educational assistance to property owners installing eligible Best Management Practices in Virginia’s participating Soil and Water Conservation Districts.

Assistance Program

Rain Gardens

USDA-NRCS

A guide on how to design and plant a rain garden in your yard!

Guide