MAPPING OF IRRIGATED LANDS IN AGRICULTURE USING GEOINFORMATION SYSTEMS

This paper provides an overview of research development using geographic information systems (GIS) for mapping irrigated agricultural lands. The development of modern society is impossible without the use of information technologies, since decision-making in any field requires reliable knowledge about the state of the environment, market trends, and other essential factors. In this regard, a number of important documents have been adopted in Kazakhstan to improve information exchange between individuals and legal entities through the creation of Internet and Intranet networks. The implementation of these processes should be based on geographic information systems. Kazakhstan ranks ninth in the world by territory, stretching 1,600 km from north to south and 3,000 km from east to west. Irrigated lands are used for the production of a wide range of agricultural products, including livestock farming. Infertile soils located along rivers are suitable for rice cultivation. Since overall soil fertility in the region is low, irrigation requires the application of nitrogen, phosphorus, and organic fertilizers.