Rice Terraces (IMAGE) Oregon State University Caption Rice terraces allow for productive agriculture while helping to protect against soil erosion on steep slopes in Longji, China. Credit Courtesy of Stacie Wolny Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.