Reduce Soil Erosion and Water Waste with Contour Planting

May 28, 2025

Stop watching your precious topsoil wash away with every heavy rain. Our latest article explores contour planting, a time-tested technique that works with your land's natural contours to dramatically reduce erosion, capture runoff, and maximize water retention where your crops need it most.

Happy Growing!

the Modern Farmer team

If you’re growing on sloped land, it pays to think about your farm layout before you start preparing the land and getting crops in the ground. Planting down the slope may sound like an easy option, but it lets rainwater rush straight downhill, leading to runoff and erosion.

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