Chernozems of Ukraine: past, present and future perspectives

Abstract

The aim of the paper was to show the significance of chernozems for the Ukrainian economy, science and culture. The spatial distribution as well as variation of features of chernozems in Ukraine (including the uniqueness of these soils) was described. Also a brief history of investigation of Ukrainian chernozems was outlined. Particular emphasis was placed on the problems of degradation and protection of chernozems.

Keywords

• chernozems
• ukraine
• soil genesis
• soil zonality