Question

Where are the effects of soil salinization most likely to be seen

Answer 1

It is estimated that salinization affects around 3.8 million ha in Europe3. There are different causes of salinization but irrigated areas in particular can be affected by salinization. It is estimated that 25% of irrigated cropland in the Mediterranean area is affected by moderate to high salinization leading to moderate soil degradation4. Projected temperature increases and changes in precipitation characteristics in the Mediterranean are only likely to enhance the problem of salinization.