A new approach to elaborate a multifunctional soil quality index

The formulation of quality indices for a given land area can be considered of great practical interest, both for highlighting the specific characteristics of that area, and for establishing the best management methods to adopt in order to exploit the soil’s maximum potential. Among other things, the specific formulation of the parameters considered here enables us to simulate specific measures designed to modify poor chemical, physical or biological characteristics (AQI, MQI), or to achieve a more rational form of soil management (AQI).