Soil erosion risk in China shifts due to land use changes.
Soil erodibility in the Yingwugou Watershed of China was studied by analyzing soil samples and using geostatistical methods. The study found that soil erodibility values varied across different land use types and soil depths. Surface soil erodibility was highest in oak forests and lowest in corn fields. The distribution of erodibility values showed a pattern of decreasing from south to north and east to west, with human activities having a significant impact. This information can help in planning soil conservation measures and resource management in the area.