Innovations in arid land salinization management: Xinjiang's evolving paradigm for saline-alkali land governance

Key Points

• This research aims to evaluate and improve management strategies for saline-alkali lands in Xinjiang.
• Conducted a systematic review of saline-alkali land management practices
• Identified drip irrigation as a key management strategy
• Analyzed the global applicability of governance models for saline-alkali land
• Drip irrigation is highlighted as the most effective method for managing saline-alkali lands
• Governance models varied significantly in effectiveness across different regions
• A quantitative analysis shows a promising future for adapting these models globally