ASSESSING LAND SUITABILITY FOR RUBBER CULTIVATION IN KERALA'S TROPICAL HUMID REGION

Authors

  • R. D. Shankar National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning, RC, Hebbal, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

Keywords:

Rubber cultivation, land suitability assessment, tropical humid region

Abstract

This study assesses the suitability of land for rubber cultivation in Kerala's tropical humid region, employing geographic information systems (GIS) and multi-criteria decision analysis (MCDA). Various factors including climate, soil characteristics, topography, and land use are integrated to generate suitability maps. The findings provide valuable insights into optimal land use planning for rubber cultivation, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices in the region.

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Published

2024-06-15

How to Cite

R. D. Shankar. (2024). ASSESSING LAND SUITABILITY FOR RUBBER CULTIVATION IN KERALA’S TROPICAL HUMID REGION. Journal of Applied Science and Social Science, 14(06), 7–12. Retrieved from https://www.internationaljournal.co.in/index.php/jasass/article/view/132

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Vol. 14 No. 06 (2024): Volume 14 Issue 06

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