Windbreak vs Shelter Belt: Understanding the Differences

A windbreak is a single line of trees or shrubs planted to protect an area from wind, while a shelter belt is a combination of trees and shrubs arranged in multiple rows to provide protection from wind, snow, and soil erosion.

A shelter belt provides protection from wind, snow, and soil erosion, while a windbreak primarily protects from wind.

A row of trees planted along the edge of a farm to protect crops from strong winds.

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