Soil Degradation

What is soil degradation?

Let’s start with the first set of slides

2
 “
A nation that destroys its soil it destroys
itself.

3
 Soil degradation

Soil degradation the decline in soil condition caused by

its improper use or poor management, usually for
agricultural, industrial or urban purposes. It is a serious
environmental problem. Avoiding soil degradation
is crucial to our well-being.

4
 What does soil degradation look like?

The picture shows what soil

degradation looks like. 

5
 Why is soil degradation important?

The importance of soil degradation among global issues

is enhanced because of its impact on world food security
and quality of the environment. 

6
 What are the factors of soil degredation?

Natural hazards which can lead to soil degradation

include land topography and climatic factors such as
steep slopes, frequent floods and tornadoes, blowing
of high velocity wind, rains of high intensity and
drought conditions in dry regions. The most prominent
degradation feature worldwide is erosion by water.

7
 How can you reduce soil degradation?

You can reduce soil erosion by: 

◆ Maintaining a healthy, perennial plant cover.
◆ Mulching.
◆ Planting a cover crop – such as winter rye in vegetable
gardens.
◆ Placing crushed stone, wood chips, and other similar
materials in heavily used areas where vegetation is
hard to establish and maintain.
8
 Thanks!
I hope you enjoyed.