land management
[/lænd ˈmænɪdʒmənt/]
noun
gestão de terras
1. The practice of organizing and controlling the use of land resources for sustainable development, conservation, agriculture, or urban planning purposes
Effective land management is essential for preventing soil erosion and maintaining biodiversity.
A gestão de terras eficaz é essencial para prevenir a erosão do solo e manter a biodiversidade.
2. The administration and stewardship of land to optimize its productivity while minimizing environmental impact
The farmer implemented new land management practices to improve crop yields.
O agricultor implementou novas práticas de gestão de terras para melhorar a produtividade das colheitas.
3. Strategic planning and decision-making regarding land use allocation, zoning, and conservation efforts
Urban land management involves balancing development with green space preservation.
A gestão de terras urbanas envolve equilibrar o desenvolvimento com a preservação de espaços verdes.
In Brazil, land management is a critical topic due to the vastness of agricultural regions like the Cerrado and Amazon basin, with significant discussions around deforestation prevention and sustainable farming. In the USA, land management encompasses diverse approaches from federal public land stewardship to private farm conservation programs. The term is increasingly important in both countries as climate change and population growth create urgent pressures on land resources.
Related Idioms & Phrases
sustainable land management
integrated land management
land management practices
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