Ohio Agricultural Water Conservation Practices

Practices such as drip irrigation scheduling cover crops and efficient drainage management reduce water use and minimize nutrient transport to waterways.

Soil Moisture Management And Efficiency

Improving soil health increases water holding capacity reducing irrigation needs and improving crop resilience to drought.

Wetland Integration And Water Storage

On farm wetlands and retention basins store water during storms and provide habitat while reducing downstream flood peaks.

Policy And Incentives

Incentive programs and technical assistance encourage adoption of water conservation practices that benefit farms and watersheds.

Monitoring And Adaptive Management

Measuring water use and runoff informs adjustments to practices and demonstrates benefits for productivity and ecosystem health.