Edge of Field Buffers
Edge of Field (EOF) Buffers
Edge of Field (EOF) Buffers
What are Edge of Field Buffers?
USGS Edge-of-field monitoringWhat are Edge of Field Buffers?
Edge-of-field buffers focuses on identifying and reducing agricultural sources of excess nutrients which can threaten the health of streams, rivers, and lakes. Edge-of-field buffers assesses the quantity and quality of agricultural runoff and evaluates the effectiveness of conservation practices that aim to reduce nutrient loss.
Why Plant Buffers and Borders?
Why Plant Buffers and Borders?
Buffers/Field Borders and Wildlife
They can improve income on cropland or pasture, reduce risks from damaging insects, reduce pollutants in runoff water and restore beneficial farmland wildlife and pollinators.
