Geoecological Assessment of the Soil Resources in Shamakhi-Ismayilli Zone of Azerbaijan and Issues of their Protection
The aim of the article is to consider the land resources in Shamakhi-Ismayilli zone, their patterns and distribution. Separate analysis of each soil type characteristic of the study area. Geoecological assessment of soil resources and relevant recommendations for their protection and rational use in agriculture. Methods. The identified types, subtypes of soils, their protection and rational use were studied using statistical and practical methods toassess soil resources in this area. Results. As a result of the research, the soils morphological characteristics and the reasons for the development of erosion processes have been analyzed and evaluated. The expedient implementation of engineering-geological, reclamation, hydraulic, biotechnical measures, strengthening of slopes against erosion and landslides is analyzed. Conclusion. The conducted agrotechnical measures in the soils of the studied territory are shown, and the ways of soil protection and protection issues are studied and ecologically evaluated.