Disadvantages of

Land Use Conversion

GROUP 3
Loss Of Agricultural Lands
And Food Security

One of the most significant disadvantages

of land use conversion is the loss of
agricultural lands, which can undermine
the country’s food security. As the
government converts agricultural lands
into non-agricultural uses, the potential
for food production is diminished,
potentially leading to a rise in food prices
and a decline in food self-sufficiency.
 Environmental Degradation And
Loss Of Biodiversity

Land use conversion can also result in

environmental degradation and loss of
biodiversity. The conversion of
agricultural properties can lead to
deforestation, soil erosion, and habitat
loss, negatively impacting the local
ecosystem and biodiversity.

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 Disadvantages

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Loss of Food Production: Converting Loss of Cultural Heritage:
Environmental Impact: Constructing
arable land into buildings eliminates the Traditional farming practices and
buildings often involves clearing
opportunity for food production, which local cultural heritage associated
vegetation, altering natural drainage
can contribute to food security
concerns. With increasing global
patterns, and increasing impervious with sakahan can be lost when
surfaces. This can lead to habitat loss, converted into buildings. This loss
population and the need for sustainable
soil erosion, decreased biodiversity, and can affect the social fabric and
agriculture, losing productive farmland
disruption of ecosystems.
can be detrimental. community identity.
Disruption of Livelihoods: Turning sakahan
into buildings can displace farmers and
agricultural workers, potentially leading to
unemployment and loss of livelihoods for
communities dependent on farming.

Urban development has been linked to many

environmental problems, including air pollution, water
pollution, and loss of wildlife habitat. Urban runoff often
contains nutrients, sediment and toxic contaminants, and
can cause not only water pollution but also large variation
in stream flow and temperatures.

Cultural and Social Value: Land plays a significant role in

the cultural heritage and identity of communities.
Conversion of land can lead to the loss of ancestral lands,
displacement of indigenous peoples, and disruption of
traditional ways of life. Protecting and preserving land
helps maintain cultural diversity and social cohesion.
Effects of agricultural land
conversion to residential
use
Agricultural land conversion can have various negative
impacts on the environment, including loss of
biodiversity, soil erosion, water pollution, and depletion
of natural resources. It can also result in reduced food
production, increased food prices, and reduced food
security. Furthermore, the conversion of agricultural land
to residential use can have social and economic
consequences, such as displacement of farmers and rural
communities, increased urbanization, and changes in the
local economy.
Sustainable Development

Land conservation and sustainable land use practices are integral

components of achieving sustainable development goals. By protecting
and preserving land, we can promote a healthier environment, secure
food supplies, and support resilient communities.
Cultural and Social Value

Land plays a significant role in the cultural heritage and identity of

communities. Conversion of land can lead to the loss of ancestral lands,
displacement of indigenous peoples, and disruption of traditional ways
of life. Protecting and preserving land helps maintain cultural diversity
and social cohesion.
 Economic Impact

Converting agricultural land into non-agricultural uses can have adverse

economic effects. Farmers lose their livelihoods, and local communities
reliant on agriculture suffer from reduced income opportunities.
Additionally, land conversion tends to favor large-scale development
projects over small-scale, sustainable agricultural practices.
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