Forests and Soil Quality

Forests are important for protecting soil quality. The roots of forest trees and shrubs help hold soil in place and reduce the occurrence of wind and water erosion, particularly on steep slopes.

When erosion occurs, the most fertile top layer of soil is lost, reducing soil quality. The lost soil can also wash into waterways, like rivers and lakes, where it muddies the water and becomes a pollutant. During timber harvesting operations, special conditions are applied to minimize the risks of soil erosion. For example, trees and shrubs are retained around waterways to filter run off and prevent erosion.

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