Monitoring soil physicochemical properties under different land use conditions

Abstract

Soil is a major environmental factor that plays a crucial role in environmental productivity and sustainability. The effect on soil quality was measured by monitoring key physicochemical parameters from 2017 to 2019. Case studies have been conducted on various soil types, including garden, uncultivated, and greenhouse soils. Parameters chosen for analysis include pH, moisture content, porosity, electrical conductivity with soluble salt content, alkalinity, acidity, and Ca²⁺ and Mg²⁺. The results highlighted the significant influence of land use, climatic conditions, and anthropogenic activities on soil quality. Changes in soil pH revealed a general trend toward alkalization, while parameters such as soil moisture, porosity, and soluble salt levels were largely influenced by rainfall and agrotechnical practices. Alkalinity, hydrolytic acidity, and Ca²⁺ and Mg²⁺ values reflected the impact of agrotechnical practices on the environment. Overall, the findings emphasize the importance of continuous monitoring of soil physico-chemical parameters as an essential tool for assessing soil quality, preventing degradation processes, and supporting sustainable soil management.