Geo-spatial techniques have greatly advanced the realm of soil science through the provision of mapping, monitoring, and modeling tools for cultivable soil. The projections predict that the world’s population will reach about nine billion by the year 2050, addressing the food demand presents a significant challenge. To address this issue, researchers and policymakers must apply scientific methods in monitoring and conserving soil sustainably. Remote sensing technology, utilizing multispectral and hyperspectral sensors, enables precise mapping of soil properties with 85–90% accuracy for characteristics such as texture, moisture content (± 3–5% accuracy), and nutrient levels. Geographic information systems (GIS) enhance spatial analysis capabilities by integrating field observations with satellite data at resolutions up to 10 m, improving mapping accuracy by 30–40% compared to traditional methods. Machine learning algorithms, achieving prediction accuracies of 75–85%, have transformed soil property estimation and simulation of climate change impacts. GIS-based erosion modeling has identified that 33% of global agricultural lands are at high risk of degradation, enabling targeted conservation strategies that reduce soil loss by up to 60%. These techniques have demonstrated a 25–30% improvement in resource use efficiency and a 20–25% reduction in soil degradation rates. This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of geo-spatial techniques for soil mapping, monitoring, and modeling, serving as a valuable resource for soil scientists, agronomists, geographers, and environmental scientists.

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Geo-spatial Techniques for Mapping, Monitoring, and Modeling for Cultivable Soil

  • Lokeshwar Kesamreddy,
  • Somasundaram Eagan,
  • Asritha Mummasani,
  • Chinmaya Sahoo,
  • Ankit Saini,
  • Hitashi Kuriyal

摘要

Geo-spatial techniques have greatly advanced the realm of soil science through the provision of mapping, monitoring, and modeling tools for cultivable soil. The projections predict that the world’s population will reach about nine billion by the year 2050, addressing the food demand presents a significant challenge. To address this issue, researchers and policymakers must apply scientific methods in monitoring and conserving soil sustainably. Remote sensing technology, utilizing multispectral and hyperspectral sensors, enables precise mapping of soil properties with 85–90% accuracy for characteristics such as texture, moisture content (± 3–5% accuracy), and nutrient levels. Geographic information systems (GIS) enhance spatial analysis capabilities by integrating field observations with satellite data at resolutions up to 10 m, improving mapping accuracy by 30–40% compared to traditional methods. Machine learning algorithms, achieving prediction accuracies of 75–85%, have transformed soil property estimation and simulation of climate change impacts. GIS-based erosion modeling has identified that 33% of global agricultural lands are at high risk of degradation, enabling targeted conservation strategies that reduce soil loss by up to 60%. These techniques have demonstrated a 25–30% improvement in resource use efficiency and a 20–25% reduction in soil degradation rates. This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of geo-spatial techniques for soil mapping, monitoring, and modeling, serving as a valuable resource for soil scientists, agronomists, geographers, and environmental scientists.