Effects of Different Straw Mulch Rates on the Runoff and Sediment Yield of Young Citrus Orchards with Lime Soil and Red Soil under Simulated Rainfall Conditions in Southwest China
Soil erosion has been a major environmental issue in young citrus orchards in karst areas of Southwest China. Straw mulching is an effective measure to reduce soil erosion. However, few studies have considered this measure in soil and water conservation in citrus orchards in karst areas. In this stu...
Main Authors: | Zechao Gao, Qinxue Xu, Qin Si, Shuaipu Zhang, Zhiyong Fu, Hongsong Chen |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-03-01
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Series: | Water |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4441/14/7/1119 |
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