By: Ryan Duey
The Tuttle Creek Watershed Restoration and Protection Strategies (WRAPS) Program is holding a special screening of the documentary “Roots So Deep” in Marysville on Saturday, March 29th, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Astro 3 Theatre.
“Roots So Deep” explores the vital connections between communities and their natural resources. Ryan O’Neill of WRAPS spoke more about the documentary.
“The documentary centers really around farmers who are actively using adaptive grazing practices, which aims to mimic natural grazing patterns that improve soil health and ecosystem function.
“At the same time, the film really features several scientists that are studying the difference between these grazing practices and the adaptive farmers and their neighbors who are using traditional methods, and it’s also allowing for a direct comparison of those environmental impacts.”
O’Neill said this documentary is aimed at raising awareness of regenerative agricultural practices. He hopes that this will spark an awareness and conversation on the importance of preserving water resources through these practices.
O’Neill said that the Tuttle Creek WRAPS Program also offers cost-sharing opportunities for producers to help improve water quality in the area.
“Our program offers cost share assistance to producers in the Tuttle Creek Watershed to help establish management practices that improve water quality in designated areas.”
“Eligible practices include cover crops, alternative livestock, watering sites, and nutrient management, among several other BMPs.”
“I encourage producers within the Tuttle Creek Watershed to contact me at my phone number (785) 340-2524 to learn about this assistance.”
O’Neill encourages community members, leaders, producers, and environmental advocates to join them for an inspiring documentary on preserving the area’s precious water resources.
