Farmer Guides

Climate Change

Poplars and Willows in Hill Country – Soils and Carbon

  • Poplars and willows are useful for soil erosion control but if affording a minimum 30% canopy cover may also be eligible for carbon credits.  
  • This will require planting at a higher density than required for the soil conservation function alone.

NZ Grassland Association: http://www.grassland.org.nz/publications/nzgrassland_publication_2785.pdf