Penn State University, University of Maryland, and the NRCS have all been testing various soil parameters on our farm. If you farm land that is susceptible to erosion, controlling it should be your top priority.
Soil erosion is the most detrimental aspect of agriculture.
Use cover crops. Cover crops help control erosion as well as improve soil tilth, increases organic matter levels, enhances water infiltration and lessens pest problems. Practice crop rotation. Grow crops that have different rooting action and residue production. This helps in providing a habitat for diverse soil organisms.