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Grass Filter Strip Technology for Soil and Water Conservation in Semi-Arid Marginal Lands

Rainfed cropland
fodder grass
runoff reduction
soil fertility
resource conservation
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Grass filter strips integrated along field bunds slow runoff, trap sediments, and reduce losses of soil, nutrients, and organic carbon in semi-arid croplands. By enhancing in-situ moisture retention and improving soil fertility, these perennial grass strips boost overall productivity while providing additional fodder, making them ideal for resource-poor, rainfed farming systems.

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Key Features

  • Resource-Conserving –Reduces runoff and enhances in-situ rainwater retention.
  • Fertility-Enhancing –Traps nutrients and sediments to improve soil.
  • Forage-Producing –Integrates perennial grasses for additional fodder and productivity gains.

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Contact Us

Gaurav Singh

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Research Center-Vasad-388306, Anand, Gujarat, India

Email: gaurav[dot]singh[at]icar[dot]gov[dot]in

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