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Stopping erosion with gypsum and PAM. (polyacrylamide)

From: Agricultural Research  |  Date: 9/1/1997  |  Author: Becker, Hank

US Agricultural Research Service scientists have been examining the use of gypsum and polyacrylamide (PAM) to slow down soil erosion. Soil scientists L. Darrell Norton and W. Doral Kemper claim that gypsum can be used throughout the country to stimulate plant growth and improve water infiltration. Norton has also worked with noted soil scientist Isaac Shainberg to investigate the use of PAM in controlling erosion. Their findings indicated that erosion can be reduced by stabilizing the soil ...

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