Slow Jam Soil Erosion

Soil is one of the most valuable natural resources on Earth. Iowa has some of the best soil in the world, but it’s eroding at an average rate of 5 tons of soil per acre every year. That means, on average, an inch of soil is lost every 15-20 years, while it takes the earth 500-1000 years(!) to replenish that inch of soil. In short, soil erosion is a pretty big deal – a challenge that truly can’t be ignored. Tune in as the Water Rocks! team, with special guest Dr. Rick Cruse, Iowa State University Professor of Agronomy, put it all in perspective as they SLOW JAM Soil Erosion. Video directed by Alyssa Dreeszen Music and lyrics by Ann Staudt (Inspired by The Roots) Music used courtesy of Smiling Stone Soup Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. veteran.