In India, central as well state governments are making various efforts for soil conservation.
Out of these, some major ones are given as below:
1. Central Arid Zone Research Institute was established in Jodhpur to control the problem of desertification of soil.
2. The trees that can beer arid and semi – arid conditions are being planted with the help of Indira Gandhi Canal.
3. Central Land Protection Board was established to turn wasteland into agricultural land. It is also trying to conserve the fertility of soil.
4. Many research centers have been established by the central Government for soil conservation.
5. To develop the pastures for conservation of soil, the seeds are being spread by aeroplanes and helicopters.
6. Research centers related to soil conversation have been established in many cities.
7. People are being made aware towards it.
8. Rock phosphate and gypsum is being mixed in the soil to reduce the acidity and alkalinity of the soil.
