Pits
Type: Approaches
Creation: 2009-01-28 00:00 Updated: 2017-07-19 16:06
Compilers: Baoyuan Liu
Reviewers: Laura Ebneter
Country/ region/ locations where the Approach has been applied
- Country: China
- Region/ State/ Province: Gansu, Shanxi
- Map: View Map
Description of the SLM Approach
Short description of the Approach
The pits are constructed by hand on steep slope by government investment.
Detailed description of the Approach
The purpose is to control soil loss and protect environment. Hence the pits are constructed on steep slope. To control watershed erosion, government have to invest. Soil and water conservation bureau is in charge of planning and implementation. Farmers provide labors to construct pits. Tools are shovel and hoes. Pits are constructed on steep slope, so mechanical machine can not be used.
Photos of the Approach
Location of the SWC approach application.
Pits arragement on a steep slope land.