Soil erosion resistance of “Grain for Green” vegetation types under extreme rainfall conditions on the Loess Plateau, China

The “GFG” measures are beneficial in reducing soil erosion on the Loess Plateau, and rehabilitation efforts should focus on grassland and/or woodlands rather than attempting to achieve dual goals with economic gain (i.e., from orchard crops), as it appears that orchards are not conducive for controlling soil erosion.