Natural susceptibility and human intervention in gullies sidewalls in tropical environments of southeastern Brazil
It is crucial to distinguish between gully erosion responses derived from the inherent fragility of the environment and those induced by human activities. This study examines gully sidewall erosion in relation to soil physical variables and land use, with particular attention to livestock farming. Sidewall data were collected and analysed during both wet and dry seasons, including grain size, soil resistance to penetration, and infiltration. Land use data were also compiled before and after the implementation of a restoration technique.




