Erosion control Soil and surface stabilisation practices Mulching What, why, when and issues to look out for What Mulching means applying a protective layer of straw or other suitable material to the soil surface. Straw (wheat or barley) and hay are the most commonly...
Erosion Control Soil and surface stabilisation practices Turfing What, why, when and issues to look out for What Turfing means to lay a continuous cover of grass turf to permanently stabilise a disturbed area. Why Laying turf gives instant results, both from an...
Erosion Control Soil and surface stabilisation practices Hydroseeding What, why, when and issues to look out for What Hydroseeding means applying seed, fertiliser and paper or wood pulp with water in the form of a slurry (which is a fine, semi-liquid mixture). The...
Erosion Control Soil and surface stabilisation practices Soil binders What, why, when and issues to look out for What Soil binders form a cohesive membrane or protective crust. This surface reduces windblown dust generation and reduces the erosive effects of rain...
Erosion Control Soil and surface stabilisation practices Geotextiles and erosion control blankets What, why, when and issues to look out for What Geotextiles are permeable fabrics, which means that liquids or gases can pass through them. When used on soil, they can...
