Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award winner

The video discusses a preserved family farm with a rich history, emphasizing the importance of conservation practices such as no-till farming, rotational grazing, and biodiversity. The farm has been in the family for nearly 100 years, transitioning from dairy to grass-fed beef. Conservation efforts include fencing streams, contour strips, and the School Project, which involved NRCS funding. The farm's healthy ecosystem is highlighted as crucial for cattle and peace. The owner expresses pride in receiving an award for conservation and hopes to continue these practices for future generations.

What is the historical significance of the farm to the narrator's family?

• It was purchased by the narrator's father.

• It has been in the family for nearly 100 years.

• It was a famous tourist attraction.

• It was a gift from the government.

Which conservation practice involves planting cover crops after other crops?

• Rotational grazing

• No-till farming

• Contour strip farming

• Bee pollination habitat

What was the purpose of fencing the streams on the farm?

• To prevent cattle from accessing water and causing erosion

• To create a swimming area for cattle

• To improve the aesthetic appeal of the farm

• To increase the water supply for irrigation

How did the narrator manage to grow grass on the school property?

• By installing an irrigation system

• By planting new grass seeds

• By using chemical fertilizers

• By allowing cattle to graze and manage the land

What is the narrator's hope for the future of the farm?

• To sell it to a large corporation

• To convert it into a commercial dairy farm

• To turn it into a tourist attraction

• To maintain conservation practices for future generations