Pleasing Landscape (IMAGE) Washington State University Caption Images show increasing levels of conservation buffers on one of four landscape study sites on the Palouse, a rich but erosive wheat region in eastern Washington State. Residents preferred images with more conservation elements -- trees and shrubs that protect the environment and reduce erosion. Credit Linda Klein 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.