الخلاصة:
This study examines the phenomenon of fencing agricultural lands in the El-Burija area of Djelfa
Province as a multifaceted issue encompassing legal, environmental, aesthetic, and socio-
economic dimensions. It aims to assess the alignment between national legislation (Law 90-29
and Executive Decree 91-175) and actual field practices, focusing on the impact of random
fencing on the rural landscape and biodiversity.
The research combined legal analysis, a field survey of 30 farmers, and a GIS-based field
mapping of fence locations and types. Findings reveal that 43.3% of farmers erect fences that
violate legal standards—particularly regarding materials (plastic, concrete) and allowable
heights—resulting in landscape distortion and fragmentation of local ecosystems. Most farmers
admit to incomplete compliance with regulations, attributing violations to low legal awareness
and the high cost of compliant materials.
The study concludes that stricter enforcement of environmental and legal controls is essential,
alongside farmer education and promotion of eco-friendly alternatives such as vegetative
hedges. Recommended measures include developing an illustrated legal-standards guide,
establishing mobile inspection units, and providing financial support for adopting materials
compatible with the local environment. Engaging the local community in crafting
consensual solutions is crucial to balance agricultural investment protection with
preservation of the Algerian rural landscape’s aesthetic and environmental identity
