Abstract:

The aim of this study is to analyse the evolution of agricultural holdings in Trascău Mountains, as major factor in rural economy development. We started from the need to know in detail the realities in the area, and the way the area evolved, in order to grasp the essence about how land is used, and about agricultural production, difficulties, shortages in terms of territory, current phenomena and prospective trends. The analysis has been completed with the calculation of the hydrometric index and Péguy and Walter-Lieth climographs, in order to assess the agro-climatic resources of the studies area.The main purpose of this research is to know the particularities, the potential, restrictions and future development directions in agriculture and human communities in Trascău Mountains. The outcome of the research reflects the need for cooperation among inhabitants, authorities and economic agents in the area for the stability and development of agricultural economy, and human communities in this area.