It's a slow-growing plant, but once established, it forms a dense mat that helps suppress weeds and prevent soil erosion. Barrenwort is also deer-resistant and drought-tolerant, making it a low ...

Water erosion is the most widespread form of soil degradation globally (Figure 4) and its prediction, prevention and remediation is the focus of this article. Considering the diversity of methods ...

Soil erosion is a major worldwide threat to agro-ecosystem sustainability and land productivity. Fallout radionuclides and stable isotopes are used to measure magnitudes and sources of soil erosion, ...

Soils are being drained of essential elements that yield the nutrient-rich grains, fruits and vegetables needed for animal and human health This content is restricted to subscribers only. Our ...

Not only is it a popular choice among homeowners and landscapers for its ability to establish quickly, but its root system has been shown to effectively control soil erosion in a range of climates.

Low-growing perennials cover soil, prevent erosion and provide pretty foliage and flowers. Garden experts share their ...

and persistence of C and N in the soil system. Even though erosion induces a net terrestrial sink for atmospheric CO 2, this is not a reason to relax erosion-prevention measures. Minimizing rates ...

As the summer garden begins to wind down, fall is the perfect time to turn our attention to something just as important as the plants themselves: the soil! Regenerative gardening is all about building ...

The observance of World Bamboo Day aims to highlight the many benefits of bamboo, support its cultivation, and encourage ...

A study of 82 sites in 21 counties by Iowa State University showed that in the 50 years from 1959, soil structure and levels of organic matter had degraded while acidity had increased. “Erosion ...

The 'soil footprint' of a food is the amount of soil that is lost during its cultivation process, and it is calculated by dividing the erosion rate by its degree of productivity. This is a term ...

Have you ever wondered if there is anything you can do before a sinkhole forms or collapses? Especially after the sinkhole ...