Across
- 4. Flat steps built into hills to stop soil from washing away.
- 5. Plowing along the curves of hills. This helps slow down water and stop erosion.
- 7. Changing what crop you grow each season. This keeps the soil healthy.
- 8. Using too much plant food. It can hurt the soil and pollute water.
- 10. Rows of trees or bushes planted to block the wind. They protect soil from blowing away.
- 11. When animals eat too much grass, leaving the soil bare and weak.
- 12. When too much salt builds up in the soil from irrigation. It makes it hard for plants to grow.
- 13. Cutting down too many trees. This can cause soil erosion and less rain.
Down
- 1. Bringing water to crops using pipes or canals. It helps in dry areas but can cause problems if overused.
- 2. Growing different crops together. This helps soil stay healthy and stops pests.
- 3. Building cities and roads. It covers soil with cement and stops water from soaking in.
- 6. Farming without digging the soil too much. It protects the soil from erosion.
- 9. When land becomes dry and can’t support plants. It often happens after overuse.
