ALT Researchers from Ankara University have developed a composite scoring framework to improve assessments of land condition by translating multi-indicator interactions (SOC, erosion and productivity) into a graded response classification based on restoration score thresholds. This system supports targeted decision-making, allowing policy to be adapted for different land uses and soil contexts. Scenario modelling further demonstrates how shifting indicator weights can recalibrate intervention strategies, tailoring sustainable land management responses to fit local ecological and socio-economic conditions.

ALT Modified categorisation of the data by VESS structure class (includes the data without VESS score). Very Deficient soils are below the brown dashed line. Curves (lowest to highest) are based on the regression lines in Figure 3e, 3e–3d (mid-line), 3c–3b (mid-line), 3a and 3a+1.6% SOM respectively.