This article throws light upon the top nine biological methods for controlling soil erosion caused by water. The biological methods are: 1. Contouring 2. Strip Cropping 3. Mulching 4. Crop Rotation 5. Fertilization and Maintenance of Soil Fertility 6. Cropping Systems 7. Stream Bank Control 8. Silt Retention Dam 9. Farm Ponds. Biological Method # 1. Contouring: The term contouring, [...]
This article throws light upon the top four mechanical measures adopted for controlling erosion of soil caused by water. The mechanical measures are: 1. Diversion Drains 2. Terracing 3. Bunding 4. Waterways. Mechanical Measure # 1. Diversion Drains: A diversion may be viewed as a channel constructed across the slope to conduct water to a safe outlet. The diversion intercepts [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Types of Soil Erosion Caused by Water 2. Factors Affecting Soil Erosion Caused By Water 3. Conservation Measures. Types of Soil Erosion Caused by Water: Soil erosion caused by water may be of the following kinds: (i) Splash erosion: The raindrops which fall at an approximate speed of 75 cms per [...]