The Land capability classification is one of many interpretative groupings that can be used to evaluate arable and non arable lands for limitations or hazards for producing commodity crops using soil characteristics. Land Capability Classes I, II, and III are considered suitable for croplands and class IV for haylands. LCC of V, VI, VII, and VIII are not considered arable, but can be used for permanent vegetation unless it is a miscellaneous land type.
The marginally suitable lands (Class III) occupy more than 50% of the area in the district. The major constraints for cultivation in these marginal areas are topography, erosion, soil texture, soil gravelliness, shallow depth and climate. The areas not suitable for agriculture due to steep slopes and severe erosion occur in about 23% of the area, mostly in the hilly and rocky areas of the district.