Kentucky Conservation Conversations
Members of the Jefferson County Soil and Water Conservation District discuss the history and future of Conservation work in Jefferson County, Kentucky. Guests include a variety of those working in conservation from around the Nation.
- Update frequency
- every 27 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 16
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2022
Responsible Birding with Lee Payne Jr
Join us for this exciting conservation conversation with Louisville Audubon Society President Lee Payne Jr.
Spring Events and Wildlife Resource Concerns
Do you know how to be a good steward of our native wildlife and flora? Have you ever found a baby animal and wondered what, if anything, to do? Do you want to grow a garden but don't know where to be…
Environmental Education - a Brief Overview
Have you ever wondered how our Environmental Educator could help you, your students or organization become better stewards of Jefferson County's natural renewable resources?
Today our educator, Erin,…
CAIP Program and the Kentucky Office of Agricultural Policy
Join us as we talk to Martin Williams, Project Manager with the Kentucky Office of Agricultural Policy and Madeline Marchal, the new Technical Assistant for the County about the CAIP Program, the his…
Soil Testing and Connections to the Land
We are back from our summer break with LeTicia Marshall from BearFruit and Grow and Bethany Pratt from the Jefferson County Extension Office. In this episode we discuss personal connections to the la…
The Dirt on Soil
Join us as we talk to PhD student Aaron Sexton about healthy soil systems and more.
Donate at www.jeffcd.org
Visit Aaron's work here: www.aaronsexton.com
Paleontologist Alan Goldstein and the Falls of the Ohio
Have you ever considered how unique the geology of our county really is? Did you know we are sitting on a bed of fossils that extends continuously to Indianapolis? Ever wonder what happened to Corn I…
Opportunity Corner Farmer's Market
Mike Jackson and Point Barnes share their work and vision for the Opportunity Corner Farmer's Market in West Louisville. Alongside the Black Community Development Corporation, they are striving to bu…
Water Justice in the United States
In this episode we chat with Walt Walker and John Lenti from Greeley and Hansen about the structures and challenges surrounding the issue of Water Justice in the United States. Below is their recomme…
Greeley and Hansen
Thank you to Greeley and Hansen for helping us explore the depths of corporate responsibility. Stay tuned for a special announcement during the podcast!
MSD and Water Quality in Jefferson County
Thank you to Tony Parrott, Executive Director with MSD, for taking the time to help us understand the role MSD plays in water management in Jefferson County.
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Water (1)
Do you remember how the Water Cycle works? In this episode, Kurt and I work to refresh your memory in order to provide context for future episodes. Be sure to check out these links to explore water …
Idlewild Butterfly Farm
Today we had to chance to speak with Blair Leano-Helvey from Idlewild Butterfly Farm about her Urban Conservation work as well as how the Pandemic has challenged their business.
You can find Idlewil…
Conversation with our Urban Agriculture Specialist
Kurt's Career
In this episode, Kurt shares how his upbringing informed his career choices and how he ended up in Louisville, Ky. Visit us at www.jeffcd.org
What is a Conservation District?
Kurt and Erin discuss the origins of Conservation Districts and the unique challenges facing Jefferson County, Kentucky as an Urban District. To learn more about us, visit our website at www.jeffcd.o…