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In July 2013, the Clackamas County Soil and Water Conservation District purchased a 15-acre demonstration farm in Beavercreek, Oregon. Join us as we explore, discover, learn, and evolve along with this wonderful property.

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Tightening inline fence strainers

August 16, 2013 Tom Salzer

Most of our fences are smooth wire on wood posts. Over time, fence wire stretches, and if the electrified wires aren’t energized, it doesn’t take long for animals to learn they can squeeze through the sagging fence. So what do we do? We tighten the fence wire. Our fences are […]

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Big pond drops after irrigating fields

August 15, 2013 Tom Salzer

We started irrigating fields on July 25 and finished the last sprinkler set on August 13.  Irrigation water comes from the big pond in the northeast corner of the farm, and that pond is fed from underground springs. How much did the pond drop? Between the hot weather in August […]

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Big Red has a new mowing partner

August 14, 2013 Tom Salzer

We bought a flail mower to help control vegetation along fence lines, paths, and around buildings.  Knocking down weeds before they go to seed can help prevent the spread of some kinds of weeds. Keeping fence lines clear can help electric fencing work properly. There is also be a fire […]