Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Terraces are an earth embankment or a combination of a ridge and channel, constructed across the field slope. This video explores how Brandon Dillard implemented this conservation practice on his farm in Slocum, Alabama.
Practice benefits:
• Minimizes erosion
• Helps prevent gullies
• Improves soil moisture conservation
• Reduces runoff
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.
Terraces are an earth embankment or a combination of a ridge and channel, constructed across the field slope. This video explores how Brandon Dillard implemented this conservation practice on his farm in Slocum, Alabama.
Practice benefits:
• Minimizes erosion
• Helps prevent gullies
• Improves soil moisture conservation
• Reduces runoff
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.
