Depicts impact of farming on the soils of Canada from the 1930s to the present. Shows soil erosion caused by poor farming techniques as well as leaching and salting due to irrigation. Emphasizes new practice of zero tillage and presents solutions to soil and land management.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
508695
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Canada
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Agriculture - Environmental aspects
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Soil degradation
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Soil erosion
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)