Water Conservation Technique to retain soil moisture

Question of The Day10-08-2023

The bare ground between plants is covered with a layer of organic matter in order to retain soil moisture. This method is called

Answer

Correct Answer : a ) Mulching

Explanation :

Mulching is an essential technique in gardening and agriculture that offers several benefits to plants and the soil.

Mulching involves covering the bare ground between plants with a layer of organic or inorganic material, such as leaves, straw, wood chips, or plastic, in order to retain soil moisture, suppress weed growth, regulate soil temperature, and improve overall soil health.

Contour barriers act as obstacles to slow down the movement of soil particles and water and reduce their erosive force.

Rock dam is made of gravel sand or other material to reduce soil erosion by limiting the velocity of channel flow.

Shelter belts consist of one or more row of trees or shrubs planted in a way that provides shelter from wind and protect soil erosion.

Hence, (a) is the correct answer.