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2024 Holiday Office Closings
Please contact the District for more information or questions: (609) 971-7002
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Soil Taxonomy – Classifying Soils
Did you know that soils are classified into taxonomic groups? The soil classification system is similar to the way that living organisms, including plants and animals, are classified into groups based on physical, chemical and morphological properties. Soil scientists classify soils into hierarchical taxonomic categories including order, suborder, great group, subgroup, family and series. The…
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Kean Students Learn About NJ Soil Erosion Control Standards
Kean University students enrolled in the Principles of Environmental Soil Science course participated in a guided field trip to learn about the NJ Soil Erosion Control Standards.
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The Important Role of Soil Organisms in a Healthy Garden
The vibrant community of soil organisms that live beneath our feet are the unsung heroes of our yards and gardens. Below the soil surface, a bustling community of soil organisms tirelessly works to maintain the vitality of the living landscape above. These tiny creatures, including bacteria, fungi, earthworms and insects, play a pivotal role in…
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OCSCD Awarded $374,569 for Conservation Planning & Technical Assistance Grant
The Ocean County Soil Conservation District (OCSCD) announced today it was awarded $374,569 in funding from the United States Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) through a Conservation Planning and Technical Assistance grant.
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Jersey-Friendly Yards Conference 2023
The 2023 Jersey-Friendly Yards Conference was on Saturday, September 30th. Ocean County Soil Conservation District is a proud partner of the Jersey-Friendly Yards initiative.
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NJBII 2023 Field Trip: Assessing Erosion at Clam Cove
Members of the New Jersey Bay Islands Initiative (NJBII) embarked on an educational field trip to assess the erosion at Clam Cove.
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Fall Seeding Guidelines for Construction Sites and Residents
Fall is right around the corner, and September is a great time to seed! Read about seeding regulations for construction sites and guidelines for your home turf.
