Brush control is the process of curating plants to create a specific type of environment. That includes removing or manipulating certain plants through either chemical treatment, burning or some other method. While brush control is in and of itself a means for controlling plant life and vegetation, some have asserted that it can also be a method of water management. Here are some ways it could:
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1. Reducing water usage: Some species of brush or plants have roots that use more water than others. By replacing these with plants with shallow roots, the amount of usable groundwater can increase.
2. Increasing water runoff: Tall, dense brush canopies keep rain water from reaching the soil before it evaporates. By removing them, or replacing them with something less dense, enough rainfall can reach the soil and eventually runoff into streams.
3. Preventing water pollution: Certain types of vegetation can help stabilize soil, preventing soil erosion. This stops pollutants like pesticides, fertilizers, and other chemicals or sediments from running into the local water body.
Depending on the area, brush control could prove an effective tool in increasing and protecting water sources.
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