Grassland Birds
This area of the farm is seeded in a hay mix selected by ecology and production staff with the conservation of grassland birds in mind. The field is a mix of grasses and clovers that, paired with habitat management, have the potential to support declining grassland breeding birds such as Bobolinks and Meadowlarks. This area was chosen for permanent cover due to its proximity to the creek which makes it prone to flooding and erosion.
Spring wheat is planted in the early spring and it is harvested in July.