Geographical study of land resources using GIS technologies

The need for geographical research of land resources with the use of geoinformation systems (GIS) and technologies is determined. Principled approaches have been developed to identify ways of more efficient and full use of Mordovia's land resources, including the introduction and use of GIS and GIS technologies. The identified negative environmental consequences should be taken into account in order to optimize agricultural environmental management and to partly use and protect the agricultural potential of the territory.