Problems Resolved by Riparian Management Systems

Members of the Agroecology Issue Team Faculty, Staff, and Students

Demonstration buffer sites throughout the Bear Creek watershed

Frequently asked questions about riparian buffers

Extension publications concerning Riparian Management Systems and Conservation

The Iowa State University Forestry Department homepage

	Erosion	Erosion continues to be one of the largest problems in our area.
	Flooding	Flooding may not happen very often, but it can be devastating to the landscape.
	Animal Effluent	Animal effluent has had lots of press lately as a "negative" in the landscape. Riparian Management Systems can help ease concerns.
	Invasive Species	Many non-native plant species can be found in Iowa some of the more problematic can be found here.