Moles, common in Indiana, can damage lawns but provide ecological benefits like soil aeration and pest control. They are insectivores with unique adaptations for burrowing. Effective mole control relies on trapping, while ineffective methods include pesticides and home remedies. Understanding moles’ role can help balance management with their ecological importance.
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How to Start Rotational Grazing on Your Farm
Rotational grazing is often misunderstood. There are a lot of parts to the system which can be intimidating. Rotational grazing is an awesome system that it can be fitted to almost any operation involving animals. Rotational grazing can be scaled up or down for a small farm. This system can be used as a small system on a homestead or larger system to encompass entire solar farms.
Agrivoltaics: Combining Solar Energy and Agriculture
Agrivoltaics integrates solar energy production with agriculture, addressing land use conflicts. Benefits include increased income diversity, reduced carbon footprints, and improved habitats. Challenges involve animal management, environmental impact, and design. Innovative practices like Silvopasture and horticulture crops are being explored.
