Meaning :Gully erosion is the removal of soil along drainage lines by surface water runoff.
Also known as : Gully Erosion
Preventing gully erosion:
vegetation along drainage lines
eliminating grazing from these areas
high levels of organic matter in the soil
avoiding excessive cultivation
cause of gully erosion
dissection of the property causing access and management difficulties
loss of productive land
reduced amenity and property values, including destruction of farm improvements, such as fences or tracks
discoloration of water supply and sedimentation of waterways, dams and lower paddocks
provides a harbour for vermin.
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