Trees Against The Wind : The Birth Of Prairie Shelterbelts

Trees Against the Wind by William R. Schroeder tells the story of how shelterbelts transformed farming on the Canadian Prairies. The book focuses on the Prairie Shelterbelt Program, which ran from 1901 to 2013, helping farmers protect their land from wind and soil erosion.

Schroeder, a longtime agroforestry expert, explains how more than 600 million trees were given to prairie farmers through the program. These trees not only made farms more productive but also helped bring wildlife back and made the harsh prairie environment more livable.

The book includes old photos, maps, and stories of the people who made this massive tree-planting effort possible. It’s a great read for anyone interested in farming, nature, or prairie history.