BAKU STATE UNIVERSITY JOURNAL of EARTH SCIENCES & ENVIRONMENT
ISSN: 3006-8703 (ONLINE);
ANALYSIS OF THE CURRENT STATE OF LAND USE IN THE MASALLI DISTRICT: THE CASE of MAHMUDAVAR VİLLAGE
Received: 05-Mar-2025 Accepted: 09-Mar-2025 Published: 12-Apr-2025 Read PDFDownload PDF
Alirza H. Fattayev
Abstract
Efficient use of land resources is a crucial factor for the sustainable development of any region. Proper management of land resources, particularly in the agricultural sector, is essential for increasing produc-tivity and maintaining ecological balance. Masalli district possesses fertile land reserves and favorable climatic conditions for agriculture. However, the region also faces challenges such as land degradation, inefficient irrigation, and deforestation. This paper analyzes the territorial distribution, structure of agri-cultural lands, and land use patterns in Masalli district, with a specific focus on Mahmudavar village, us-ing GIS-based mapping. The results obtained from the study form the basis of the analysis and provide insights into improving land resource management.