Permanent vegetive land cover

This method is highly effective, easy to implement and with low cost and low or no maintenance requirement and long longevity.

The method can significantly reduce the costs of managing dust, improve water management and conditions for wildlife.

The method can be combined with windbreaks, establishing grass cover and reestablishing wetlands.

Areas where this method is applied can be designated as natural reserves, parks or designated grasslands.

Lands can be grazed if root systems are not disturbed and vegetation not over grazed.

Additional information: Dust Mitigation Handbook - practices 311, 327, 379, 381 and 612.