Research
A Multidisciplinary Approach
We are a leader in independent agricultural and ecological research. Our researchers explore connections between agricultural practices and outcomes on soil health, food quality, and the environment. Additionally, through monitoring, we seek to understand our ecosystems to make informed management decisions. The data collected through our research efforts will be used to support the ideas which Greenacres was founded upon, namely: a generative and sustainable approach to agriculture, environmental stewardship, and educational opportunities for both ourselves and others.
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Our Work
Program
Agriculture
Studying the complicated relationship between food production, nutritional quality, and soil health. The data collected from these studies is intended to inform both producers and consumers about the impact of how we create healthier food and more sustainable farming practices.
Program
Ecology
Preservation is essential to our mission. Monitoring is essential to preservation. We are documenting short and long term indicators of ecosystem health by collecting data on trees, vegetation, invasive species and soil. This data guides us in making informed management decisions.
Program
Saturday Stream Snapshot
Saturday Stream Snapshot (SSS) is our water quality monitoring program that helps protect the health of the Little Miami River watershed. Run by Greenacres, SSS relies on volunteers to collect samples and help run lab tests to create a monthly snapshot of the watershed in its current state. This data is then compiled and compared to other programs in the area.
Research Partners
The Department of Animal Sciences
Center for Native Grasslands Management
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Chad Bitler
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Keeping our turkeys safe out in open pasture is a 24/7 job. Coyote activity in our area increases in the fall, so it’s important to be proactive - we keep our bulls in the same pasture as the flock to discourage predators like coyotes from coming around. The bulls also help protect our sheep, making them a versatile player in our livestock lineup.
Our turkeys are sold out, but pre-orders for veggies and other meats for your Thanksgiving feast are open! Pre-orders are due Monday November 22 at noon. Find all the details and availability information on our website.
Ever wonder what 1,000 pounds of cabbage looks like? 🥳😍 All hands were in the Ley field today harvesting the winter cabbages. Available in the Farmstore, they’re perfect for roasting, braising, or making your own sauerkraut!⠀
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For an easy supper, brown some of our pork or chicken sausages in a big heavy pot, add a chopped cabbage and a bottle of dark beer, and let it simmer for about an hour - delicious!
Earlier this week the weather was perfect for winter bed prep. Around the middle of Autumn, we begin to prep various garden and flower beds for winter so that they have healthy rich soil in the spring. Using old baleage as a form of mulch in the fall, we ensure full ground cover that doubles as a carbon source for soil life that will eventually break down over the course of the winter. Any remaining baleage can be easily raked out by the spring and the beds are ready to go to begin planting into!
Autumn in the garden - it’s always sad to say goodbye to our summer crops, but the beautiful, delicious brassicas harvested from our Ley field soften the blow. Broccoli and cabbages are now in the Farmstore!
Yesterday we closed out wedding season on Sweetest Day. We hope our guests cherished every moment of their beautiful fall wedding on a day inspired by love. Congratulations J&J! ⠀
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To reduce the impact and emissions of constant mowing, our estate crew works with the livestock team to utilize sheep (and cattle) to graze areas that traditionally would have been mowed. Using temporary fencing, the flock is moved around the property improving soil fertility and root structure as they go. Our livestock crew makes sure to interact with them daily to socialize them and train them to move with ease from one paddock to another.
