HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

DISEASE AND PEST MANAGEMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Riparian buffers of 20-100 ft are required by OFPA in order to
A
protects aquatic species
B
protect the states water resources
C
reduce timber revenues
D
keep streams clear and clean
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Riparian buffers are strips of vegetation (trees, shrubs or grass) planted next to streams or other waterbodies. By planting vegetation along streams, space is created between the water and upland land uses, which helps protect the water quality and stream habitat.

Detailed explanation-2: -In general, a forest buffer costs between $218–$729 per acre to plant and maintain. Costs include site preparation, plants, planting, maintenance, and replanting (Lynch and Tjaden, 2000).

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