GAEZ agro-climatic suitability index
Parameter
The Suitability Index assesses land suitability for different crops based on climate, soil, and terrain conditions.
Commodities available
Wetland Rice
Dryland Rice
Wheat
Maize
Description
The Agro-Ecological Zones (AEZ) framework, developed by the FAO and IIASA, assesses natural resources to determine suitable agricultural land use options. Using plant eco-physiological characteristics, climate, and soil data, AEZ evaluates crop suitability and production potential under specific conditions. This framework aids in making sustainable, resilient, and productive agricultural decisions, supporting United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by providing insights into agricultural production, irrigation needs, and crop adaptation options.
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Source data
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Description
The Agro-Ecological Zones (AEZ) framework, developed by the FAO and IIASA, assesses natural resources to determine suitable agricultural land use options. Using plant eco-physiological characteristics, climate, and soil data, AEZ evaluates crop suitability and production potential under specific conditions. This framework aids in making sustainable, resilient, and productive agricultural decisions, supporting United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by providing insights into agricultural production, irrigation needs, and crop adaptation options.
Spatial resolution
Global coverage
Pixel size:
1km x 1km
Temporal resolution
Time periods:
1981-2010
2011-2040
2041-2070
2071-2100