Uploaded October 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
A fuel break is a strip or appropriately sized block of land on which the vegetation, debris, and litter have been reduced and/or modified to control or diminish the spread of fire. This video explores how Vernon Stanford and the Kenai Natives Association have implemented this practice in Sterling, Alaska. Practice benefits:
· Reduces wildfire risk
· Protects populated areas
· Improves wildlife diversity
· Reduces fuel load
· Improves vegetation 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.
A fuel break is a strip or appropriately sized block of land on which the vegetation, debris, and litter have been reduced and/or modified to control or diminish the spread of fire. This video explores how Vernon Stanford and the Kenai Natives Association have implemented this practice in Sterling, Alaska. Practice benefits:
· Reduces wildfire risk
· Protects populated areas
· Improves wildlife diversity
· Reduces fuel load
· Improves vegetation 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.
