To conserve the natural resources of the state, and to prevent the injurious effects of dust storms, it is hereby made the duty of the owner of real property in this state to prevent dust, plant or weed blowing therefrom, as nearly as that can be done, by planting of perennial grasses, shrubs, trees, annual or biennial crops, or by cultivation at such times and in such manner as will prevent or minimize erosion of the soil and dust, plant or weed blowing therefrom.