Effect of farmland landscape patterns on the heavy metals pollution risk of farmland soil of Tieling County, Northeast China

Key Points

• Heavy metals pollution risk increases with certain farmland landscape patterns, affecting soil quality.
• Increased levels of arsenic and lead were identified in soil samples from varied landscape designs.
• Analysis of soil samples from Tieling County revealed significant correlations with landscape features.
• Findings highlight the necessity for improved farmland management and environmental protection strategies.