Section 1 of the Soil Conservation Act is amended by inserting new Sections 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D regarding respectively the establishment, appointment of Secretary and functions of the Soil Conservation Board and the establishment of the Soil Conservation Fund.Functions of the Board shall be: (a) to propose measures and coordinate activities, research and programmes relating to the enhancement of the productive capacity of the soil; (b) to prevent soil erosion resulting from non-agricultural activities; (c) to administer and manage the Soil Conservation Fund; (d) to advise the Minister on the implementation of the provisions of this Act.