Planting rows of trees or shrubs around the periphery of a plowed field are long established farming practices that
A)serve as water reserves in times of drought.
B)attract insect pests away from the crops.
C)increase wind erosion and decrease soil moisture.
D)decrease wind erosion and increase soil moisture.

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Planting rows of trees or shrubs around the periphery of a plowed field can act as windbreaks, reducing the speed of wind and decreasing soil erosion. It can also increase soil moisture retention by reducing water loss from evaporation caused by wind. Therefore, choice D is the best option.

Planting Rows of Trees or Shrubs Around the Periphery of a Plowed