Visual Learning Systems
Weathering and Soils: Introduction
In this video students will learn about the two major types of weathering, and the forces that alter the shape and composition of rocks. Students will explore the different types of soils, soil properties and the soil profile. Other...
Visual Learning Systems
Weathering and Soils: Summing Up
In this video students will learn about the two major types of weathering, and the forces that alter the shape and composition of rocks. Students will explore the different types of soils, soil properties and the soil profile. Other...
The March of Time
1937: GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: HD: WS Rows of printing machines. CU US Soil Conservation literature w/ illustrations coming off press. Folded booklets coming out of machine, male hands picking up bundle, straightening pile.
MOT 1937: GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: HD: WS Rows of printing machines. CU US Soil Conservation literature w/ illustrations coming off press. Folded booklets coming out of machine, male hands picking up bundle, straightening pile.
The March of Time
1937: BENNETT SPEAKS: HD: Angled WS Department of Agriculture building. SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE: INT Office w/ Hugh H. Bennett (1881-1960) sitting at desk SOT saying over planting has ruined over 100 million acres, some should have never been plowed.
MOT 1937: BENNETT SPEAKS: HD: Angled WS Department of Agriculture building. SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE: INT Office w/ Hugh H. Bennett (1881-1960) sitting at desk SOT saying over planting has ruined over 100 million acres, some should have...
The March of Time
1937: SOUTHERN PLAINS DUST BOWL: TEXAS: HD: WS (POV Behind male holding pole) Surveyor measuring scrub land. Men putting up 'Soil Conservation Service' sign on fence. VS Men plowing hilltop, walking behind team of horses along top of hill.
MOT 1937: SOUTHERN PLAINS DUST BOWL: TEXAS: HD: WS (POV Behind male holding pole) Surveyor measuring scrub land. Men putting up 'Soil Conservation Service' sign on fence. VS Men plowing hilltop, walking behind team of horses along top of...
The March of Time
1937: GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: WS Rows of printing machines. CU US Soil Conservation literature w/ illustrations coming off press. Folded booklets coming out of machine, male hands picking up bundle, straightening pile.
MOT 1937: GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: WS Rows of printing machines. CU US Soil Conservation literature w/ illustrations coming off press. Folded booklets coming out of machine, male hands picking up bundle, straightening pile.
Visual Learning Systems
Weathering and Soils: Video Quiz
In this video students will learn about the two major types of weathering, and the forces that alter the shape and composition of rocks. Students will explore the different types of soils, soil properties and the soil profile. Other...
Curated Video
Hugh Hammond Bennett - The Story of America’s Private Lands Conservation Movement
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) presents a documentary on soil conservation pioneer Hugh Hammond Bennett, the history of our agency and the birth of the private lands conservation movement in the U.S.
Visual Learning Systems
Weathering and Soils: Soil Types
In this video students will learn about the two major types of weathering, and the forces that alter the shape and composition of rocks. Students will explore the different types of soils, soil properties and the soil profile. Other...
Visual Learning Systems
Weathering and Soils: Soil
In this video students will learn about the two major types of weathering, and the forces that alter the shape and composition of rocks. Students will explore the different types of soils, soil properties and the soil profile. Other...
Curated Video
Soil Testing to Manage Nitrates on Delaware farms
USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service in Delaware and its partners are helping farmers take care of their soil and the environment. Jacob Urian of the Kent Conservation District demonstrates how to conduct a Pre-Side Dressing...
Curated Video
Soil Health Farmers in Harford County, Maryland
Holloway Brothers farms in Darlington, Maryland works with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service to improve soil health and put conservation on their land in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Science Buddies
SImple Soil Moisture Sensor Circuit
Build a simple soil moisture sensor (no programming required) that you can use for a science project! The sensor also works as a water level detector. Complete written instructions, including a parts list, can be found here:...
US Department of Agriculture
Delaware Farm Promotes Soil Health and Pollinators
Against the Grain Farm in Newcastle County, Delaware is partnering with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service to protect the environment and remain sustainable.
Curated Video
Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award winner
The DiFebo family farm in Bangor, Pennsylvania has won the prestigious Aldo Leopold Conservation Award, presented by the Sand County Foundation. The DiFebos have partnered with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service to protect...
Weatherthings
Water Smart: Water as a Natural Resource - Conserve Water
In Water as a Natural Resource we are introduced to words such as habitat, ecosystem, watershed and estuary. Not only do kids learn that water exists everywhere on Earth, but that it is vital for life in plants, animals, and all other...
Visual Learning Systems
Weathering and Soils: Mechanical Weathering
In this video students will learn about the two major types of weathering, and the forces that alter the shape and composition of rocks. Students will explore the different types of soils, soil properties and the soil profile. Other...
Visual Learning Systems
Weathering and Soils: Chemical Weathering
In this video students will learn about the two major types of weathering, and the forces that alter the shape and composition of rocks. Students will explore the different types of soils, soil properties and the soil profile. Other...
Visual Learning Systems
Weathering and Soils: Weathering
In this video students will learn about the two major types of weathering, and the forces that alter the shape and composition of rocks. Students will explore the different types of soils, soil properties and the soil profile. Other...
The March of Time
Ecological balance soil restoration
MOT 1937: DALHART, TEXAS: WS (POV Behind male holding pole) Surveyor measuring scrub land. Men putting up 'Soil Conservation Service' sign on fence. Men plowing, walking behind a team of horses along top of hill.
Science Buddies
Simple Soil Moisture Sensor Circuit
Build a simple soil moisture sensor (no programming required) that you can use for a science project. The sensor also works as a water level detector. Complete written instructions, including a parts list, can be found here:...
Mediacorp
Protecting Indonesia's Forests: A Battle for Conservation and Profit
In this video, former Wall Street banker Dharsono Hartono presents his plan to privatize forests and turn conservation into a profitable business. However, he faces challenges in convincing local communities, including indigenous tribes,...
Curated Video
Broom's Bloom Dairy - Maryland Soil Health Farmers
A family farm in Bel Air, Maryland since 1726 is partnering with USDA's Natural Resources Conservation service to improve soil health and manage farm nutrients.
Curated Video
Efforts To Improve A Great Lake's Water Quality
To help protect or improve the quality of water resources throughout the U.S. is just one of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s missions. One of our Nation’s Great Lakes has been in trouble for years, and USDA efforts to expand...