Dust Bowl: A severe period of soil erosion during the 1930s caused by drought conditions combined with poor farming practices in the Great Plains region.
Terracing: A technique used in agriculture where sloping land is transformed into a series of level steps along contour lines to prevent soil erosion and improve water retention.
Conservation measures: Practices such as planting cover crops, contour plowing, and using windbreaks that aim to reduce soil erosion and promote sustainable land management.