In reference to natural habitats, ecologists think in terms of moisture regimessoil moisture ...

In reference to natural habitats, ecologists think in terms of moisture regimessoil moisture
  conditions during the growing season.

Conservation tillage preserves soil and water by leaving crop residue on the soil surface to act as
  ____________________.

Name the third way growers benefit from agricultural conservation efforts.
  1. Preservation of water resources
  2. Fewer water-quality issues from runoff
  3. _________________________

Maintaining the organic matter in soil improves its water-holding capacity and is the most practical
  way to reduce ____________________ losses.