Uploaded December 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Vegetative barriers consist of permanent strips of stiff, dense vegetation established along the general contour of slopes or across concentrated flow areas. This video explores how Evan Ryan implemented this conservation practice in Makawao, Hawai'i. Practice benefits:
• Reduces erosion
• Manages water flow
• Traps sediment
• Stabilizes steep slopes
• Traps sediment
• Protects water quality
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.
Vegetative barriers consist of permanent strips of stiff, dense vegetation established along the general contour of slopes or across concentrated flow areas. This video explores how Evan Ryan implemented this conservation practice in Makawao, Hawai'i. Practice benefits:
• Reduces erosion
• Manages water flow
• Traps sediment
• Stabilizes steep slopes
• Traps sediment
• Protects water quality
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.
