Conservation measures and experimental setup
Experimental setup
The field will be divided into three parts parallel to slope. The first two will include earth terraces (Fanya Juu terraces) with and without plants (Caragana Korchinskii) respectively. The lowermost plot will test significance of tillage direction on soil protection.
Layout of the experimental field (left) and sample locations (right).
Expected effects
The fences will shorten the flow length and slow down the water, causing sedimentation and formation of longer rills and gullies. Perpendicular-to-slope tillage will reduce soil loss and help water retention in sloped areas like our field.
