Soil conservation is proven to increase the quality and quantity of crop yields over the long term because it keeps topsoil in its place and preserves the long term productivity of the soil. To grow enough food not only for ourselves; but also for people in third would countries where there are food shortages.

Why is soil conservation important?

Soil conservation is important for sustainability

Simply put, without soil conservation, soil erosion would increase. ... Soil is essential to food production. Crops need soil to grow, and farm animals need vegetation for feed. Conserving soil can help address food insecurity and promote healthy communities.

Why is it important to conserve soil fertility?

Soils feed the plants which in turn feed the animals that feed us. Including soil in this important chain will help guarantee its success. Soil provides the support or foundation for plants and most of the nutrients. Soil is accumulated decomposing plant and animal matter with aging parent material.