Application of the story index for land productivity rating: us experience

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https://doi.org/10.33730/2310-4678.3.2024.314827

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Storie Index, soil, soil and climatic conditions, land productivity

Abstract

The article provides a comprehensive analysis of the methodology of using the Storie Index to assess land productivity. The key principles of the Storie Index functioning, its historical formation and development are considered. The necessity of its adaptation to regional peculiarities, such as precipitation, erosion and wind impact, is determined. The methodology of land valuation using the Story Index, which takes into account key factors such as soil texture and depth, drainage, surface slope, chemical properties and rainfall, is considered. The article provides a scientific justification for the expediency of integrating modern technologies, such as remote sensing and geographic information systems (GIS), to improve the accuracy of land productivity assessment. It is proposed to use the Story index for adaptation of the agricultural sector to climate change, forecasting longterm land productivity and developing agrotechnical measures. The article considers the possibilities of using the Story Index to assess the potential of land in real-life purchase and sale transactions and in programmes of ecological land restoration. In addition, the authors substantiate the need to introduce the Story Index in Ukraine in order to improve the land boning system, increase the efficiency of its use and promote balanced land use.

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2024-08-22

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