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Check terraces now for needed repairs and maintenance

Over 9 million acres of land in Kansas is protected by more than 290,000 miles of terraces, making it second in the U.S. for this conservation practice. Repairs and upkeep are sometimes needed to keep these structures performing well.

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Check terraces now for needed repairs and maintenance

In Kansas, over 9 million acres of land is protected by more than 290,000 miles of terraces. The weeks between harvest and when snow flies can be a good time to evaluate and perform maintenance on terraces. Terraces need regular maintenance to function for a long life.

soil conservation terraces 

Check terraces now for needed repairs and maintenance

The weeks between harvest and when snow falls can be a good time to evaluate and perform maintenance on terraces. Over 9 million acres of land in Kansas is protected by more than 290,000 miles of terraces. Terraces must have adequate capacity, ridge height, and channel width to effectively control erosion. Terraces need regular maintenance to function for a long life.

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