Shelterbelts in southern Russia protect crops - Earth.com

Shelterbelts in southern Russia protect crops

Shelterbelts lined across the steppes of southern Russia are clearly seen here in this photo from the NASA Earth Observatory. The photo was taken by an astronaut aboard the International Space Station looking down on an area near the Volga RiverShelterbelts, also known as windbreaks, are long rows of trees planted strategically to protect sensitive crops and soil from wind erosion.

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