The Farm Pond Poster, published by the Upper Midwest Environmental Sciences Center, offers a practical overview of the many benefits and management considerations associated with farm ponds.
This educational resource explains how farm ponds can serve multiple purposes on agricultural land. In addition to storing water for irrigation and livestock, ponds can help reduce erosion, capture runoff, support groundwater recharge, and improve water management during dry conditions. Farm ponds may also provide recreational opportunities and create important habitat for birds, amphibians, fish, pollinators, and other wildlife.