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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Department Director
Chad Bitler
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Our Farm Store will be closed today (10/13) to allow staff to attend an offsite meeting. We will return to normal hours tomorrow with plenty of fall favorites in stock!
Spinach is back! Add a few delicata squash and have this delicious fall salad on your table in about 20 minutes! Find the recipe on our site. Link in our bio.
The herd enjoying a beautiful Fall morning. 🍁
Morning views from Greenacres Arts Center 😍
It’s turkey freedom day here at Greenacres! The turkeys are large enough to be unsheltered on our pasture. Their fencing will be moved every 3-4 days so they always have fresh grass and insects, and their manure will fertilize the grasses. Livestock manager Jonathan Gabis and Livestock Site Coordinator Leevi Stump look forward to this day every year!
It’s fall, y’all! Temps are low enough to have your oven on, and we’re stocked up on your favorites for a homemade soup or a good, long braise - squashes, leafy greens, roasts, short ribs, and chicken aplenty 🥰
More Children's Discovery Days are live on our website! Next week we will be offering Pond and Stream Exploration programs. These family friendly events are a great way to get everyone outdoors and explore some of what Greenacres has to offer.
It’s a bumper crop! Sweet and juicy Sugar Baby watermelons are half off at our Farmstore, and we’re freshly stocked with baby arugula, lettuce mix and baby kale. Stop by after a Children's Discovery Day event! 😍