Analysing the Spatial Patterns of Agricultural Intensification and Its Implications for Land Degradation and Water Resource Management Using Remote Sensing and GIS Technologies Across Diverse Agroecosystems
Xing J. Sanim B. Gauhar R.
2024University of Missouri
AgBioForum
2024#26Issue 195 - 113 pp.
This study examines the spatial patterns of agricultural intensification and their associations with land degradation and water resource management within agroecosystems. It focuses on various regions of China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangdong Province (encompassing Guangzhou and Shenzhen), Sichuan Province, and the Tibet Autonomous Region, over a 15-year period (2008–2022). Employing remote sensing and Geographic Information System (GIS) technologies, the research maps land cover and analyses its changes during the specified timeframe. The findings reveal significant regional variation in agricultural intensification, where agricultural expansion is linked to increased production and resource consumption. Local agricultural practices are shaped by climate, soil conditions, and social factors, resulting in distinct water consumption patterns that highlight water stress across agricultural areas. This underscores the need for sustainable water management, as regions with high agricultural output may face heightened water scarcity and competition for limited resources. Addressing these challenges necessitates integrated strategies that consider agricultural practices, water resource management, and environmental sustainability to preserve ecosystems, enhance water use efficiency, and ensure the availability of water for both agricultural and non-agricultural needs. The study underscores the importance of spatial analysis in agricultural planning and resource management for informed and sustainable landscape management. By utilizing a rigorous analytical framework and advanced spatial analysis techniques, this research provides insights into the complex spatial relationships between agricultural intensification, land degradation, and water resource management, thereby aiding policymakers and stakeholders in tailoring solutions to mitigate the adverse effects of agricultural intensification on land and water resources.
Agricultural Intensification , GIS , Land Degradation , Spatial Analysis , Water Resource Management
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Department of Geography, land management and cadastre, Faculty of Geography and Environmental Sciences, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, 050040, Kazakhstan
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