Agricultural Boundaries
Definition
Agricultural boundaries define land parcels for farming, including ownership, crop zones, or irrigation districts. They are legally recorded in cadastral systems and used for subsidies, land management, or zoning.
Application
Governments use them to allocate CAP (Common Agricultural Policy) payments in the EU. Agribusinesses map field boundaries for precision planting. Water authorities enforce irrigation quotas. NGOs combat land grabs by digitizing customary boundaries.
FAQ
1. How are agricultural boundaries mapped?
GPS surveys, satellite imagery digitization, or participatory mapping with farmers.
2. What legal issues arise from boundary disputes?
Conflicts over land ownership, water rights, or encroachment require cadastral courts or mediation.
3. Can blockchain improve boundary records?
Yes, decentralized ledgers provide tamper-proof land registries (e.g., Georgia’s blockchain cadastre).
4. How do drones assist in boundary mapping?
Drones capture high-res imagery to update boundaries after floods or erosion.
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