Windbreaks and wildlife benefit better understood
Posted 16 October 2020
Timber Economics Carbon Biodiversity
Windbreaks can support wildlife that add beauty and pleasure to our lives.
They also sustain birds that can eat insects and pests, improve hunting opportunities and provide a focal point for family outdoor activities.
University Nebraska, USD/Soil Conservation Service, North Dakota State University, Forest Stewardship Program, 2006
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