This involves the detailed analysis of soil properties such as texture, structure, depth, fertility, drainage, pH levels, and organic matter content. Understanding these properties helps determine: Soil health and productivity Suitability for specific crops or vegetation Risks of erosion or degradation Requirements for soil amendments or conservation
Land use assessment focuses on identifying how land is currently being utilized — whether for agriculture, urban development, conservation, industry, or recreation. This component provides: A baseline of existing human activity Insights into land use changes over time Opportunities for more efficient or sustainable use
Land capability refers to the inherent ability of land to support various uses without causing long-term damage to the environment. This assessment classifies land into different capability classes based on: Soil quality Topography Climate Hydrology Limitations to use (e.g., flooding, slope, salinity)
was established in 2023 by Mr Tshiamo Setsipane, who has accrued experience and competence within the environmental consulting industry, although initially from an agricultural background.
The company offers a wide range of environmental-related services from a soil science perspective, as this is its core specialty. The company is essentially founded on the principle of combining sound academic knowledge with solid practical experience for the purpose of providing exceptional client service to a wide range of clients.
Conducting fieldwork and sampling
Using GIS and remote sensing tools
Writing technical reports and risk assessments
Engaging stakeholders and the public
Recommending environmentally friendly alternatives
Project management and strategic planning
These assessments involve the systematic evaluation of soil characteristics, existing land use patterns, and the potential of land to support various types of development or cultivation.
Hydro-pedological assessments are specialized studies that explore the interaction between soil properties and water movement in the landscape.
Reflecting a multidisciplinary approach to understanding how soil characteristics influence water infiltration, storage, and flow within ecosystems.
SWAT+ (Soil and Water Assessment Tool Plus) is an advanced, physically based, hydrological and land surface model used to simulate the movement of water, sediment, and nutrients across large, complex landscapes over long periods.
Soil contamination analysis is the scientific assessment of soil to detect and measure the presence of hazardous substances, pollutants, or toxins that may pose risks to human health, ecosystems, or agricultural productivity.
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