Land degradation and desertification are major challenges in semi-arid Mediterranean regions
Research gap analysis derived from 4 agriculture papers in our local library.
The gap
Land degradation and desertification are major challenges in semi-arid Mediterranean regions. Unsustainable agricultural practices compromise soil fertility and food availability. Climate change is a significant challenge that needs to be addressed through sustainable agriculture practices.
Evidence profile
Sourced from the stated research gap and stated challenges of the source papers, classified as general, drawn from work published between 2025 and 2026, spanning 4 journals. Those papers have been cited 7 times in total.
Research trend
Established — well-defined area with open sub-problems.
Supporting evidence — 4 representative gaps
- Estimation of Kcb for Irrigated Melon Using NDVI Obtained Through UAV Imaging in the Brazilian Semiarid Region (2025) · AgriEngineering · cited 1× · doi
The lack of specific information for local conditions and management practices in estimating crop evapotranspiration. The limited availability of site-specific crop coefficient data in semiarid environments. The need for reliable estimates of crop evapotranspiration obtained through the appropriate Kc for local climatic conditions.
generalstated research gapKeywords: lack specific information local conditions management practices estimating - Spatial Assessment of Livestock Heat Stress in Thessaly Region of Greece Using ERA5-Land Reanalysis and Temperature–Humidity Index (2026) · Veterinary Sciences · cited 2× · doi
The need for a spatially explicit assessment of climate-driven thermal risk in the Thessaly region. The lack of understanding of the spatial and temporal distribution of livestock heat stress in the region. The importance of developing targeted mitigation strategies and climate-resilient livestock management in Mediterranean agricultural regions.
generalstated research gapevidence 5/5Keywords: need spatially explicit assessment climate-driven thermal risk thessaly - Effect of Organic Soil Amendments and Vineyard Topographic Position on the Chemical Composition of Syrah, Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet, and Antão Vaz Grapes (Vitis vinifera L.) in the Alentejo Wine Region (2026) · Environments · cited 3× · doi
Land degradation and desertification are major challenges in semi-arid Mediterranean regions. Unsustainable agricultural practices compromise soil fertility and food availability. Climate change is a significant challenge that needs to be addressed through sustainable agriculture practices.
generalstated challengesevidence 5/5Keywords: land degradation desertification major challenges semi-arid mediterranean regions - Meteorological drivers modulate evapotranspiration trends under climate warming in Northeastern Spain (2026) · Irrigation Science · cited 1× · doi
The impact of climate change on evapotranspiration trends in Mediterranean agriculture is uncertain due to the multivariate controls on evapotranspiration. Prior studies have reported warming rates, but the current study finds accelerated warming. The study aims to fill the gap in understanding the effects of climate change on evapotranspiration in Northeastern Spain.
generalstated research gapevidence 5/5Keywords: impact climate change evapotranspiration trends mediterranean agriculture uncertain
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