This document presents a detailed analysis of the evolution and pedological and geomorphological characteristics of the Semlac area, located in Arad County, within the context of soil resource research and management. The methodology section addresses the process of identification, delimitation, and characterization of soil units, utilizing pedological mapping techniques, field analyses, and laboratory investigations, aimed at determining the morphological, physico-chemical, and hydrophysical properties of soils. The study includes the interpretation of natural formation conditions, such as geomorphology, lithology, climate, hydrogeology, and vegetation, identifying their influence on soil evolution. The area primarily features high-fertility soils, predominantly chernozems, which exhibit significant agricultural potential, along with other less extensive soil types such as faeozioms, cambisols, and gleysols, each with specific characteristics and limitations. From a socio-economic perspective, Semlac commune is strongly oriented towards agriculture, with approximately 87% of the arable land being utilized for cereal crops such as wheat, rapeseed, maize, and sunflower. These are managed by several agricultural companies equipped with modern machinery and technologies aimed at minimizing environmental impact. This work underscores the area's high agricultural potential, conditioned by the specific features of fertile soils and favorable natural conditions, but also highlights the importance of sustainable management practices to conserve edaphic resources in the context of increasing global food demand and climate change.

soil, chernozem, fertility, utilization, sustainability, land fund, agricultural technologies

agronomy

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