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write down different methods of checking soil erosion

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Dear student,
The following methods can be used for soil conservation and checking of soil erosion-
  1. TERRACE FARMING- Terraces are made on the steep slopes such as hills so that the flat surfaces are available to grow crops. They can reduce surface run-off and soil erosion.
  2. CONTOUR PLOUGHING- Ploughing parallel to the contours of a hill slope to form a natural barrier for water to flow down the slope.
  3. SHELTER BELTS- In the coastal and dry regions, rows of trees are planted to check the wind movement to protect soil cover.
  4. STRIP CROPPING- Planting strips of grass between crops restricts the flow of water and breaks wind speed.
  5. INTERCROPPING- Different crops grown in alternate rows and sown at different times to protect the soil from rain wash.
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