Uploaded March 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Field borders are strips of permanent vegetation, such as grasses, legumes, forbs, or shrubs, that are established on one or more sides of a field. This video explores how Tupper Dorsey implemented this conservation practice on his grain farm in Berryville, Virginia.
Major benefits of this practice include:
• Enhances wildlife habitat
• Reduces soil erosion
• Improves water quality
• Increases plant diversity
• Improves soil health
The Conservation at Work video series was created to increase producer awareness of common conservation practices and was filmed at various locations throughout the country. Because conservation plans are specific to the unique resource needs on each farm and also soil type, weather conditions, etc., these videos were designed to serve as a general guide to the benefits of soil and water conservation and landowners should contact their local USDA office for individual consultation.
Field borders are strips of permanent vegetation, such as grasses, legumes, forbs, or shrubs, that are established on one or more sides of a field. This video explores how Tupper Dorsey implemented this conservation practice on his grain farm in Berryville, Virginia.
Major benefits of this practice include:
• Enhances wildlife habitat
• Reduces soil erosion
• Improves water quality
• Increases plant diversity
• Improves soil health
The Conservation at Work video series was created to increase producer awareness of common conservation practices and was filmed at various locations throughout the country. Because conservation plans are specific to the unique resource needs on each farm and also soil type, weather conditions, etc., these videos were designed to serve as a general guide to the benefits of soil and water conservation and landowners should contact their local USDA office for individual consultation.
