Abstract :
Evaluating the Egyptian agricultural lands in terms of their capability and suitability for cultivation with different
crops is necessary to reach the best benefit. Therefore, many researchers and specialists in the field of land evaluation
follow several methodologies and apply different models to reach the most accurate results. Among those used
methods, mathematical and statistical models are deal with many layers of data. On the other hand, computerized and
automated models developed by software packages save time, effort and deal with a huge amount of data at one time.
One of the most important tools currently used in presenting the results of land evaluation is the Geographic
Information System (GIS) tools. These tools deal with spatial and soil attributes in the multiple sites to be evaluated.
The main advantages of these tools are that they display data over a wide geographical scale in the form of spatial
distribution maps. These maps are very important for decision makers in achieving better agricultural practices and
optimal utilization of land resources. With the use of these tools, future planning for reclamation and cultivation of
lands becomes clear and simple, in addition to saving costs significantly.
Keyword :
GIS, Egypt, Land Evaluation