Birds
are one of our favorite and highly recommended things to observe in monitoring foodshed health. This new free downloadable guide from the Wild Farm Alliance is a treasure of insights as to how birds can be managed in farms, gardens, and ranches for the greatest benefit.
For the grower, this guide provides a wide range of specific management techniques with clear examples, case studies, and comprehensive techniques for many species of birds.
For the observer, these examples can add richness to your bird watching by explaining what bird species to look for, when to look for them during the season, and what behaviors are important in helping us grow our food.
Did You Know?
That a single tufted titmouse can be worth up to $2900 per year to a pecan grower (page 6)!
That trapping pocket gophers in a vineyard case study cost over $8 per gopher, while money spent encouraging barn owls cost 34 cents per gopher (page 13)!
We highly recommend you take a look at this colorful and informative resource guide.
Happy Observing!
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