Recent advances in geospatial technologies now provide land managers with tools and resources to conserve soil and water resources more efficiently than has ever been possible before. This volume presents approaches developed by leading researchers working at the intersection of conservation and spatial technologies. The strategies are designed to provide the greatest benefit to preserving natural resources while reducing economic expenses. Each chapter includes a detailed background on the specific topic, with case studies describing the design and implementation of the solution. Readers are guided through step-by-step exercises to gain experience in executing the conservation practice.

Geospatial Technologies for Conservation Planning: An Approach to Build More Sustainable Cropping Systems. Soil Surveys, Vegetation Indices, and Topographic Analysis for Conservation Planning. Identification and Analysis of Ravines in the Minnesota River Basin with Geographic Information System. Siting Multiple Conservation Practices in a Tile-Drained Watershed Using LiDAR Topographic Data. Erosion Modeling in 2D with Revised Universal Loss EquationVersion 2: A Tool for Conservation Planning. Application of Geographical Information System and Terrain Analysis for Designing Filter Strips. Modeling Landscape-Scale Nitrogen Management for Conservation. Use of Advanced Information Technologies for Water Conservation on Salt-Affected Soils. Resource Management in Rangeland. Landscape Tension Index. Prioritizing Land with Geographic Information System for Environmental Quality Incentives Program Funding. Integrating Land Use Change Influences in Watershed Model Simulations. Combining Landscape Segmentation and Agroecosystem Simulation Model. Spatial Economics Decision-Making Guide for Conservation Reserve Program Enrollment. Index.