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Land and Agriculture

Definition(s)

Management of soil to prevent or reduce soil erosion and depletion by wind and water. Preservation of soil against deterioration and loss by using it within its capabilities; application of conservation practices needed for its protection and improvement. (Source: GEMET/MGH / LANDY)

Hierarchy

Broader: soil

In other languages

French
conservation du sol
Russian
сохранение почвы
Spanish
conservación del suelo
Chinese, Simplified
水土保持
Arabic
الحفاظ على التربة

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