Gonzalez-Nunez, LM. T. Tóth, D. Garcia. 2004. Integrated management for the 
sustainable use of saltüaffected soils in Cuba. Universidad y Ciencia. 
20(40):85-102.

The main causes and sources of the salt-affected soils in Cuba, their extension 
and distribution by Province, the definition used to describe the saline soils, 
the environmental and economic impact of the salinity in the country, the 
technological solutions use to combat this phenomenon are pointed out. Some 
aspects on the National Plan are discussed for the improvement and handling of 
affected soils, as well as the research requirements and the international 
cooperation. It is concluded that the studies developed in Cuba have provided 
evidence on the current phase of the salinization process of soils. However, it 
is still necessary to gather, validate and store sufficient reliable quality 
data susceptible to be verified or calibrated according to a geographical 
information system in order to develop a strategically recovering plan. In 
addition, it is necessary to develop an early warning system to prevent the 
spread of salinization and to establish techniques of improvement, management 
and rehabilitation of salt-affected soils. The execution of cooperative national 
and international projects of technical and economic assistance are essential 
to: (1) increase the efficiency of the national action plan against the 
salinization, (2) enhance the soil productivity, and (3) provide local 
employment in complementary activities to the agricultural production.