ИСТИНА

SOC stocks changes over time up to 2050 were predicted using outputs from HadCM3 climate model and generated changes of climatic extremes pattern. Regional forecasts with RothC model have demonstrated that introduction of adaptation practices will allow increasing C sequestration potential mainly in the Nonchernozem zone of Russia, mostly as a result of C gains by soils with physical clay content of more than 30%. Under adaptation C sequestration potential could be increased by at least 40 % in heavy soils. For light soils the expected climate changes can potentially reduce SOC losses, with the highest potential for carbon sequestration around 2030-2040.