Helping Farmers Prevent Runoff And Erosion

The video discusses the severe erosion issues faced by Robert Necaise's farm in Mississippi and how the US Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is addressing these problems through the Gulf of Mexico Initiative (GOMI). GOMI helps stabilize stream banks and plant vegetation to prevent erosion, while also monitoring water quality. Landowners like Necaise benefit from these conservation practices, which would be costly and difficult to implement independently. The initiative is available to private landowners in targeted Gulf Coast watersheds, and interested parties are encouraged to contact their local NRCS office.

What is the main issue faced by Robert Necaise's farm?

• Severe erosion

• Flooding

• Pest infestation

• Drought

What initiative is being used to help stabilize stream banks and plant trees in Mississippi?

• Gulf of Mexico Initiative

• Mississippi River Project

• Erosion Control Act

• Coastal Restoration Program

Which of the following is a key component of GOMI related to water?

• Water conservation

• Water quality monitoring

• Water distribution

• Water recycling

How do landowners like Necaise benefit from participating in GOMI?

• Reduced erosion and improved water quality

• Lower labor costs

• Increased crop yield

• Access to new markets

What should private landowners do if they are interested in reducing erosion on their land?

• Contact the local government

• Visit their local NRCS office

• Hire a private contractor

• Apply for a bank loan