Afghanistan: Soil Erosion in Afghanistan: Experts Warn of Growing Threat to Agricultural Land

Jun 21, 2026
Hasht-e-Subh Daily
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Several agriculture and environment experts say soil erosion has become a serious and growing problem in Afghanistan. According to them, based on some research, about 80 percent of Afghanistan’s soil has been eroded. These experts add that the soil erosion process in the country continues at an increasing pace, with various factors contributing to its intensification. In their view, climate change, reduced vegetation cover, deforestation, and heavy rainfall are among the most significant factors behind soil erosion in Afghanistan. They emphasize that in recent years, the intensity of floods and droughts has increased, which has resulted in the washing away of fertile soil layers in many parts of the country.