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Effects of moss restoration on surface runoff and initial soil erosion in a temperate vineyard
Corinna Gall
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Soil Science and Geomorphology, Department of Geosciences, University of Tübingen, Rümelinstr. 19–23, 72070 Tübingen, Germany
Silvana Oldenburg
Soil Science and Geomorphology, Department of Geosciences, University of Tübingen, Rümelinstr. 19–23, 72070 Tübingen, Germany
Martin Nebel
Nees Institute for Biodiversity of Plants, University of Bonn, Meckenheimer Allee 170, 53115 Bonn, Germany
Thomas Scholten
Soil Science and Geomorphology, Department of Geosciences, University of Tübingen, Rümelinstr. 19–23, 72070 Tübingen, Germany
Steffen Seitz
Soil Science and Geomorphology, Department of Geosciences, University of Tübingen, Rümelinstr. 19–23, 72070 Tübingen, Germany
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Short summary
Soil erosion is a major issue in vineyards due to often steep slopes and fallow interlines. While cover crops are typically used for erosion control, moss restoration has not yet been explored. In this study, moss restoration reduced surface runoff by 71.4 % and sediment discharge by 75.8 % compared with bare soil, similar to cover crops. Mosses could serve as ground cover where mowing is impractical, potentially reducing herbicide use in viticulture, although further research is needed.
Soil erosion is a major issue in vineyards due to often steep slopes and fallow interlines....
