Estimation of soil erosion using RUSLE modeling and geospatial tools in a tea production watershed (Chisheke in Walungu), eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
Soil erosion; Land use; Remote sensing; Perception; RD Gongo; Agriculture
Abstract :
[en] Soil erosion is a major concern for agricultural practices leading to topsoil losses and decreased soil fertility. Walungu’s Chisheke watershed (RD Congo) supports the staple food and industrial tea production, which are the basis for the food and income security in the region. The Chisheke watershed’s soil loss estimate is, therefore, vital for its sustainable management. To facilitate the implementation of an erosion management plan, this study estimated soil losses in the Chisheke watershed using the Revised Soil Loss Equation (RUSLE).
Research Center/Unit :
Laplec
Disciplines :
Earth sciences & physical geography Human geography & demography
Author, co-author :
Chuma Basimine, Géant; Université évangélique en Afrique, Bukavu
Bora, Safina; Université évangélique en Afrique
Byamungu Ndeko, Adrien; Université évangélique en Afrique
Mugumaarhahama, Yannick; Université evangélique en Afrique
Cirezi, Nadege; Université évangélique en Afrique
Mondo Mubalama, Jean; Université évangélique en Afrique
Mukengere Bagula, Espoir; Université évangélique en Afrique
Katcho, Karume; Université évangélique en Afrique
Nachigera Mushagalusa, Gustave; Université évangélique en Afrique
Schmitz, Serge ; Université de Liège - ULiège > Département de géographie > Service de géographie rurale (LAPLEC)
Language :
English
Title :
Estimation of soil erosion using RUSLE modeling and geospatial tools in a tea production watershed (Chisheke in Walungu), eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
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