The illusion of spectral greening: Unveiling the hidden transformation of agricultural land use in an arid peri-urban landscape of central Iran

Key Points

• Spectral greening reveals hidden changes in land use dynamics, highlighting ecological shifts in arid areas.
• Key evidence indicates notable transformations in agricultural land use patterns across the landscape.
• Analysis employs remote sensing techniques to assess how agricultural practices evolve in peri-urban environments.
• The findings suggest a potential reevaluation of agricultural strategies in arid regions for ecological sustainability.