SOIL BONITATION AND LAND VALUATION WITH D-e-METER SYSTEM AS A TOOL OF SUSTAINABLE LAND USE

Based on the existing GIS system for the on-line calculation of D-e-Meter soil quality index of agricultural plots, we developed the framework of land value calculation. According to our experience the available digital maps can be effectively utilized for the automatic calculation of D-e-Meter land value from the soil quality index. Moreover the digital database creates further opportunities to improve the sustainability of land use by optimizing fuel utilization, crop rotation etc.