Question

Discuss the causes of soil erosion

Answer 1

Soil compaction, low organic matter, loss of soil structure, poor internal drainage, salinisation and soil acidity problems are other serious soildegradation conditions that can accelerate the soil erosion process. This Factsheet looks at the causes and effects of water, wind and tillageerosion on agricultural land.

Answer 2

What causes erosion?

There are many different forces in nature that cause erosion. Depending on the type of force, erosion can happen quickly or take thousands of years. The three main forces that cause erosion are water, wind, and ice.