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The LandPKS Knowledge Hub is a space for exploring knowledge about land potential. Here, you can find valuable information about managing your land.
Research: A standardized land capability classification system for land evaluation using mobile phone technology
One of the major causes of poverty globally is land degradation and poor natural resource conservation, leading to reduced agricultural productivity.
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Research: Mobile phone use is associated with higher smallholder agricultural productivity in Tanzania, East Africa
Mobile phone use is increasing in Sub-Saharan Africa, spurring a growing focus on mobile phones as tools to increase agricultural yields and incomes on smallholder farms.
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Video: Using LandPKS for Research and Extension
Jeremy Schallner at New Mexico State University uses LandPKS for vegetation monitoring for research and extension.
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Unlocking the Sustainable Potential of Land Resources: Evaluation Systems, Strategies and Tools. A Report of the Working Group on Land and Soils of the International Resource Panel
This report provides an introduction to land potential evaluation systems, strategies and tools necessary to implement a “no-regrets” strategy for sustainably increasing agricultural production on existing land, targeting restoration efforts to where they are likely to be most successful, and guiding biodiversity conservation initiatives.
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User Guide for Land-Use Planners
Get started using LandPKS for land-use planning in 5 easy steps.
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Research: LandPKS – A New Tool for Sustainable Land-Use Planning and Management
One of the major causes of poverty is poor land use planning and management. To address this issue, new technologies are needed that inform more sustainable land use planning and management.
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What is Land Capability Classification?
The Land Capability Classification (LCC) System is a global land evaluation ranking that groups soils based on their potential for agricultural and other uses. LCC can help determine if land is suitable for certain uses and whether there are risks for degradation.
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