Journal of Geography and Natural Resources

PLANTS OF THE MOLGUZAR MOUNTAIN RANGE

Bakhtiyor Yakubovich Zikirov — 2026-02-16

The Malguzar Ridge (Jizzakh Region, Uzbekistan) has been thoroughly studied in terms of its vegetation cover and flora. A total of 1237 plant species have been recorded in the area, with their distribution determined by altitudinal zones and slope exposure. On northern slopes, vegetation biomass increases from 2 to 7.5 t/ha, while on southern slopes it does not exceed 2.7 t/ha. Ephemerals and ephemeroids, perennial herbs, shrubs, and juniper stands form the main component of the regional flora. The article is devoted to the issues of sustainable use of plant resources and conservation of biological diversity.

THE NEED TO COMPILE AN UZBEK–ENGLISH DICTIONARY OF PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY

Bakhtiyor Zikirov — 2026-04-07

This article highlights the theoretical foundations for compiling an Uzbek–English dictionary in the field of physical geography, the criteria for selecting terms, the principles of translation, and the methodological stages of dictionary compilation. It also analyzes issues such as interdisciplinary integration, scientific accuracy, and compliance with international terminology in the process of dictionary development.

GEOGRAPHICAL ASPECTS OF ORGANIZATION OF SPORTS AND EXTREME TOURISM IN BAKMAL DISTRICT

Mashrab Rustamovich Usmanov — 2026-02-16

This study presents proposals and recommendations for the development of the fascinating mountains, historical monuments and sacred sites of the Bakhmal district, accommodation facilities, sports tourism, international competitions in extreme tourism, the "Sakayra" international competition with the participation of young people from foreign countries at the “Mogol” MFE, extreme mountain tourism in the village of Jom-Jom every year, and sports tourism infrastructure.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR USING EMPLOYMENT MODELS OF DEVELOPED COUNTRIES IN THE CONDITIONS OF UZBEKISTAN

Elbek Kamolov — 2026-04-07

This article analyzes the concept of employment as an economic category. It examines models of employment and labor market regulation in developed countries and highlights the possibilities of using these countries’ experiences to increase socially necessary employment of the population and reduce unemployment in our country.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR FURTHER DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM IN JIZAKH REGION

Mashrab Rustamovich Usmanov — 2026-04-05

This article provides detailed information about the fact that tourism is one of the fastest growing sectors in the current period of rapid growth, the state programs adopted for the development of tourism in 2020-2025, the potential of ecological tourism, the ecotourism direction of Zamin, Bakhmal, and Forish districts, pilgrimage tourism, the main goals of the development of the tourism sector until 2030, gastronomic tourism, accommodation facilities, and important aspects of further development of tourism in the Jizzakh region.