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This article throws light upon the top nine biological methods for controlling soil erosion caused by water. The biological methods are: 1. Contouring 2. Strip Cropping 3. Mulching 4. Crop Rotation 5. Fertilization and Maintenance of Soil Fertility 6. Cropping Systems 7. Stream Bank Control 8. Silt Retention Dam 9. Farm Ponds. Biological Method # 1. Contouring: The term contouring, [...]

This article throws light upon the top four mechanical measures adopted for controlling erosion of soil caused by water. The mechanical measures are: 1. Diversion Drains 2. Terracing 3. Bunding 4. Waterways. Mechanical Measure # 1. Diversion Drains: A diversion may be viewed as a channel constructed across the slope to conduct water to a safe outlet. The diversion intercepts [...]