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http://agen521.www.ecn.purdue.edu/AGEN521/epadir/erosion/asm521.html
Best Management Practices for Soil Erosion Open in a new browser window
   An online book with introductory information regarding different kinds of soil erosion such as geological erosion and accelerated erosion.
   http://agen521.www.ecn.purdue.edu/AGEN521/epadir/erosion/asm521.html
http://www.ontariocorn.org/envt/enverosion.htm
Corn, Soil Tillage and Soil Erosion Open in a new browser window
   Specific information regarding soil management and the benefit of corn when combatting erosion.
   http://www.ontariocorn.org/envt/enverosion.htm
http://www.colostate.edu/Orgs/CRSS/
Demonstration Erosion Control Home Open in a new browser window
   The Demonstration Erosion Control (DEC) project investigates the effectiveness of reducing erosion, sedimentation, and flooding.
   http://www.colostate.edu/Orgs/CRSS/
http://www.epa.gov/seahome/erosion.html
EPA: Best Management Practices for Soil Erosion Open in a new browser window
   A computer program which provides information about soil erosion and the severity of erosion. Water erosion is explained and detailed descriptions of management and structural practices to control erosion.
   http://www.epa.gov/seahome/erosion.html
http://www.pmac.net/science2.htm
Environmental and Economic Costs of Soil Erosion and Conservation Benefits Open in a new browser window
   Excerpts from article in Science magazine, by Pimentel et al . (1995).
   http://www.pmac.net/science2.htm
http://members.ozemail.com.au/~pkinnell/
Erosion processes and modelling Open in a new browser window
   Provides information on the processes and modelling of raindrop impact induced erosion abd the modelling of erosion in catchments (watersheds)
   http://members.ozemail.com.au/~pkinnell/
http://www.silsoe.cranfield.ac.uk/iwe/erosion/eurosem.htm
Eurosem Open in a new browser window
   Resources related to the European soil erosion model, which simulates erosion on an event basis for fields and small catchments.
   http://www.silsoe.cranfield.ac.uk/iwe/erosion/eurosem.htm
http://www.lgt.lt/geoin/doc.php?did=cl_soil
Geoindicators: Soil and Sediment Erosion Open in a new browser window
   Basic information about erosion patterns, causes, and solutions.
   http://www.lgt.lt/geoin/doc.php?did=cl_soil
http://www.pfaf.org/leaflets/grdcover.php
Ground Cover Plants Open in a new browser window
   Article on ground cover usage, advantages, and disadvantages. Includes a checklist of over 250 types of plants.
   http://www.pfaf.org/leaflets/grdcover.php
http://ieca.org/
International Erosion Control Association Open in a new browser window
   Provides education, resource information and business opportunities for professionals in the erosion and sediment control industry.
   http://ieca.org/
http://www.ars.usda.gov/main/site_main.htm?modecode=64-08-05-00
National Sedimentation Laboratory Open in a new browser window
   It emphasizes research dealing with soil erosion; transport and deposition of sediment; movement of chemicals on upland areas and in streams; the impact of agricultural practices, in-stream structures, and bank protection on these processes; water quality
   http://www.ars.usda.gov/main/site_main.htm?modecode=64-08-05-00
http://soils.ecn.purdue.edu/~wepp/lab.html
National Soil Erosion Research Laboratory Open in a new browser window
   This U.S. Department of Agriculture area is the focal point for the national research program in soil erosion by water.
   http://soils.ecn.purdue.edu/~wepp/lab.html
http://www.olivero.info
OLIVERO EU Research project Open in a new browser window
   A project aiming to improve olive plantation systems on sloping and mountainous land. These are vital for erosion and fire control in most of the mediterranean countries.
   http://www.olivero.info
http://supak.com/end/organic_agriculture.htm
Organic Agriculture Open in a new browser window
   Chemical agricultural practices are contributing to global warming, climate change, weather pattern disruption, erosion, and starvation.
   http://supak.com/end/organic_agriculture.htm
http://www.cedarmeadowfarm.com/
Permanent Cover Cropping System, Steve Groff, Cedar Meadow Farm Open in a new browser window
   This site covers innovative practices and cropping strategies to increase profits and greatly reduce soil erosion and pesticides.
   http://www.cedarmeadowfarm.com/
http://www.rcrca.com
Redwood-Cottonwood Rivers Control Area Open in a new browser window
   Non-regulatory organization that works to enhance and protect the Redwood and Cottonwood Rivers. Site includes journals, technical information, news, events, images, and details of how to get involved.
   http://www.rcrca.com
http://www.ars.usda.gov/Research/docs.htm?docid=6010
Revised Universal Soil Loss Equation 2 - Overview of RUSLE2 Open in a new browser window
   Computer program that estimates rates of soil erosion caused by rainfall and associated overland flow. Free download available together with documentation and manuals.
   http://www.ars.usda.gov/Research/docs.htm?docid=6010
http://www.ciesin.org/docs/002-220/002-220.html
Serious Erosion Areas Open in a new browser window
   A look at some of the serious erosion areas in the United States.
   http://www.ciesin.org/docs/002-220/002-220.html
http://soilerosion.net
Soil Erosion Net Open in a new browser window
   Collection of information on soil erosion from a wide range of scientific disciplines.
   http://soilerosion.net
http://www.msu.edu/user/dunnjef1/rd491/soile.htm
Soil Erosion in Agricultural Systems Open in a new browser window
   Cause and effects of soil erosion in agricultural systems.
   http://www.msu.edu/user/dunnjef1/rd491/soile.htm
http://www.maf.govt.nz/mafnet/rural-nz/sustainable-resource-use/land-management/erosion-risks/httoc.htm
Soil Erosion on Farmland Open in a new browser window
   Online publication from New Zealand government sustainable agriculture program. Intended as a source of information for use by farmers, local government, farmer organisations, farm advisers and others who have an influence on rural land use.
   http://www.maf.govt.nz/mafnet/rural-nz/sustainable-resource-use/land-management/erosion-risks/httoc.htm
http://ianrpubs.unl.edu/soil/
Soil Resource Management Open in a new browser window
   References about the fertility, compaction, testing and conservation of soil. Published by the University of Nebraska.
   http://ianrpubs.unl.edu/soil/
http://www.swcs.org/
Soil and Water Conservation Society Open in a new browser window
   The Soil and Water Conservation Society is an international organization that fosters the science and the art of soil and water conservation to achieve sustained use of land resources.
   http://www.swcs.org/
http://www.peisland.com/agrtour/erosion.html
Sustainable Agriculture Tour -- Erosion Control Structures Open in a new browser window
   Diversion terraces, grassed waterways, surface inlets, and hedgerows are the most common structures used for soil conservation.
   http://www.peisland.com/agrtour/erosion.html
http://www.iisd.org/ic/info/ss9507.htm
Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development. Open in a new browser window
   Sustaining and protecting the soil and natural resources for production.
   http://www.iisd.org/ic/info/ss9507.htm
http://www.nstl.gov/
The National Soil Tilth Laboratory Open in a new browser window
   USDA organization with mission to develop, evaluate, and promote management practices that enhance surface and ground water quality.
   http://www.nstl.gov/
http://topsoil.nserl.purdue.edu/nserlweb/
USDA-ARS National Soil Erosion Research Laboratory Open in a new browser window
   Information regarding: Erosion process research, erosion control research, and delivery of improved erosion prediction technology.
   http://topsoil.nserl.purdue.edu/nserlweb/
http://forest.moscowfsl.wsu.edu/4702/wepp0.html
Water Erosion Prediction Project (WEPP) Open in a new browser window
   The WEPP-model, developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is a process-based, distributed model for soil erosion prediction. Model software and documentation can be obtained through this site.
   http://forest.moscowfsl.wsu.edu/4702/wepp0.html

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