RISKS AND ECOLOGICAL IMPACTS OF SOIL SALINITY IN MIRZACHUL STEPPE

Аннотация

Soil salinization poses significant risks to agricultural productivity, ecosystem health, and sustainable land management in arid and semi-arid regions like the Mirzachul Steppe in Uzbekistan. This study investigates the ecological impacts of soil salinity using Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Remote Sensing (RS), and statistical analysis. Results reveal that approximately 74% of arable land in the region is affected by varying degrees of soil salinity, with severe salinity levels accounting for 30.25%. Mitigation strategies such as agroforestry show promise in reducing soil salinity and improving microclimatic conditions. However, limitations in determining the chemical composition of soil salinity highlight the need for enhanced methodologies. This research contributes to understanding the risks and ecological impacts of soil salinity, offering actionable insights for sustainable land management.