The role of land use and land cover changes in triggering soil losses in the SE Alentejo, Portugal
Maria José Roxo,
Henrique Morgado Cerqueira,
Adolfo Calvo‐Cases
Abstract:This study analyses and interprets the effects of historical and contemporary land use and cover changes (LULC) on soil erosion in the Serra de Mértola region, Portugal, by using the 58 years of measurements in 8 × 22 m erosion plots at the Vale Formoso Erosion Centre and employing methodologies including field observations, aerial image analysis and Landsat NDVI trend assessment. Land cover and management changes, influenced by agricultural policies since the early 20th century, notably during the wheat campa… Show more
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