Rehabilitation and utilisation through forest cultivation of degraded lands within the Magura amelioration perimeter

Authors

  • Hunor VASS University of Life Sciences "King Mihai I" from Timisoara Author
  • Carolina STEFAN University of Life Sciences "King Mihai I" from Timisoara Author
  • Mihaela MOATAR University of Life Sciences "King Mihai I" from Timisoara Author
  • Petru DRAGOMIR University of Life Sciences "King Mihai I" from Timisoara Author
  • Donatella STEFAN University of Life Sciences "King Mihai I" from Timisoara Author
  • Alexandru PANICI University of Life Sciences "King Mihai I" from Timisoara Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59463/md67aa27

Keywords:

Ecological rehabilitation, Afforestation , Geomorphology, Climatic conditions, Sustainable investment, Soil erosion

Abstract

The rehabilitation project of the Magura amelioration perimeter is founded on a comprehensive approach that integrates the geomorphological, climatic, and geological characteristics of the area, along with the urgent need for ecological restoration measures. A detailed environmental assessment has revealed that the lands within the Magura perimeter are at significant risk of erosion and degradation, primarily due to climatic conditions and the geological particularities of the region. The geographical and administrative positioning of the perimeter highlights the strategic importance of the area within both administrative and ecological contexts, particularly given its proximity to protected zones and the necessity for sustainable land management. Moreover, climatic and geomorphological factors are critical drivers necessitating immediate intervention to prevent soil loss and to safeguard local biodiversity. The proposed technical solutions, including afforestation works and the implementation of an ameliorative complex, are essential for restoring the ecological balance of the region. Land mapping and monitoring measures will enable the effective and long-term implementation of restoration works, contributing to sustainable natural regeneration. The necessity of the investment is strongly supported by a cost–benefit analysis, which demonstrates that land rehabilitation efforts will yield multiple advantages—both economic (through improved soil productivity) and ecological (by stabilising ecosystems and preserving biodiversity). In addition, the proposed technical measures are aligned with environmental regulations and will contribute to achieving the European Union’s sustainability objectives. Therefore, the rehabilitation of the Magura perimeter represents a vital investment in environmental protection and the assurance of a sustainable ecological future, delivering substantial benefits to local communities and the wider region.

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2025-12-18

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