Articles & Education
Conservation for All
At the heart of The Conservation Foundation there is a simple yet profound belief: Every person, regardless of where they live or their social-economic status, deserves clean water, clean air,
Garlic – The Ultimate Delayed Gratification
I hope you all enjoyed your Fourth of July–whether that be an out-of-town trip, a fun barbecue, or fireworks. This is a great holiday to enjoy the warmer weather and
Gratitude
by Eric Izzo, Assistant Farm Manager    I know we are far away from Thanksgiving, but today I want to write about four things which make me feel
Fridays on the Farm
Fridays on the Farm Dickson-Murst Farm 2550 Dickson Road Montgomery, IL 60538 Movies Begin at 7:00pm Enjoy a fun-filled evening under the stars at our historic Dickson-Murst Farm, where
Growing the Next Generation of Farmers
by Jennifer Hammer, V.P. of Land & Watershed Protection    Alongside our hardworking farm crew, we are thrilled to welcome seven bright and dedicated interns to the farm this
How Conservation Supports Healthy Aging
Image Generated by ChatGPT Exploring the powerful link between environmental health and personal well-being As we age, our focus often shifts from expansion to preservation — of our
Cracks in the System: How Aging Water Infrastructure Threatens Water Conservation
As droughts worsen and fresh water becomes more precious, an urgent issue emerges: our aging water infrastructure. Beneath us, a network of outdated pipes, pumps, and treatment plants silently loses
Building Resilience Through Land Conservation: Why It Matters More Than Ever
Image Courtesy of The Conservation Foundation In a world where climate extremes are becoming the norm, the term “resilience” is being used more frequently in conversations about sustainability and
Saved from the “Diesel Farm”: 122 Acres Preserved in Kane County
Residents and visitors to the rolling hills of Kane County will soon have 122 more acres to explore at the corner of Randall and Binnie Roads in West Dundee! The
Miracles of Spring
Welcome all, to this month’s connections! We are happy to be writing to you from the beautiful grounds of McDonald Farm, where the bluebells are abundant this time of year!
Tariffs and Conservation: What Now?
The recently implemented federal tariffs are now in effect. There has been considerable discussion regarding the implications for the overall economy. But what does it mean for land conservation and
Cool Weather & Cloudy Days of Spring
Greeting and welcome back for another exciting season at Green Earth Harvest! Spring is always an exciting time in the agricultural world, and here on the farm, this year is