THE EFFECT OF IRRIGATION EROSION ON THE AGROCHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF MOUNTAIN-BROWN SOILS, AND THE PRODUCTIVITY OF CEREALS - LEGUMES

Abstract

Considering all these factors, it is crucial to enhance soil fertility affected by erosion and to prevent the displacement of fodder crops from perennial herbs. The cultivation of these plants in mountainous regions safeguards the slopes from severe erosion and supplies animals with robust fodder. The research results demonstrate that restoring fertility and ecological balance in eroded lands, along with the execution of soil-agro-technical measures to enhance productivity, is of significant importance. By implementing these measures, we enhance the water and physical properties of the affected land, thereby preventing surface water runoff. Furthermore, the study's findings are substantiated by the observation that, for specific reasons, erosion and erosion hazards are predominantly mitigated by the cultivation of perennial herbs. Perennial herbs, especially, absorb nitrogen from legumes, enhance soil organic matter, expedite the development of water-resistant granular structure, and improve its hydrophysical properties, thereby facilitating the swift digestion of foodstuffs.