Farmers in Austria treat rented and owned land similarly when it comes to soil conservation practices. A study looked at whether land ownership affects how farmers care for the soil. They found that farmers make similar planting decisions on rented and owned land, with only minor differences in fertilization or liming practices. Renting land is often seen as secure in Austria, leading to equal soil conservation efforts on both types of land. Personal relationships between renters and landowners, as well as farmers' attitudes, also play a role in supporting soil conservation.