Resource Library

Knowledge for Every Landowner

Practical guides, research summaries, and how-to resources covering water management, soil health, native plants, and wildlife habitat — all free, all grounded in Arkansas River Valley conditions.

Featured Resources

Water Management

Riparian Buffer Planting Guide

Step-by-step instructions for establishing native vegetation along stream banks to filter runoff, reduce erosion, and restore aquatic habitat.

8 min readGuide

Soil Health

Cover Crop Selection for Arkansas Soils

Which cover crops perform best in Sebastian County's clay-loam soils? This guide covers species selection, seeding rates, and termination timing.

10 min readGuide

Native Plants

Native Plants of the Arkansas River Valley

A field-ready reference for 40+ native species suited to Sebastian County — with identification tips, growing conditions, and wildlife value for each.

15 min readReference

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Water Management

Riparian Buffer Planting Guide

Step-by-step instructions for establishing native vegetation along stream banks to filter runoff, reduce erosion, and restore aquatic habitat.

8 min readGuide

Soil Health

Cover Crop Selection for Arkansas Soils

Which cover crops perform best in Sebastian County's clay-loam soils? This guide covers species selection, seeding rates, and termination timing.

10 min readGuide

Native Plants

Native Plants of the Arkansas River Valley

A field-ready reference for 40+ native species suited to Sebastian County — with identification tips, growing conditions, and wildlife value for each.

15 min readReference

Water Management

Backyard Pond Management

Managing a farm or backyard pond for water quality, fish habitat, and drought resilience. Covers aeration, vegetation control, and stocking.

7 min readGuide

Soil Health

Understanding Soil Health Indicators

Learn to read your soil — from aggregate stability and organic matter to earthworm counts and infiltration rates. Includes a simple field assessment checklist.

9 min readGuide

Wildlife Habitat

Pollinator Habitat on Working Farms

How to integrate pollinator strips, hedgerows, and brush piles into active farm operations without sacrificing productivity.

6 min readGuide

Water Management

Stormwater Management for Rural Properties

Practical techniques for slowing, spreading, and sinking stormwater on rural land — from swales and berms to rain gardens and retention areas.

11 min readGuide

Soil Health

Composting for Soil Restoration

Building and managing compost systems that produce high-quality amendments for degraded soils. Covers hot composting, windrows, and vermicomposting.

8 min readGuide

Native Plants

Deer-Resistant Native Plantings

Which native species hold up to deer browse pressure in the Ouachita foothills? A practical list with planting tips and companion species.

5 min readReference

Wildlife Habitat

Bat Houses and Insect Control

Installing and siting bat houses to support natural insect control on farms and rural properties. Includes species common to Sebastian County.

5 min readGuide

Soil Health

Erosion Control on Steep Slopes

Techniques for stabilizing bare slopes — from erosion control blankets and hydromulch to deep-rooted native grasses and terracing.

9 min readGuide

Water Management

Water Quality Testing: A Landowner's Guide

When and how to test your pond, creek, or well water. Covers common contaminants in Sebastian County, testing labs, and interpreting results.

7 min readReference

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