Information on land use and soil erosion was extracted from TM remotely sensed images.The relation between land use change and soil erosion change was explored by overlapping the respective map layers.Results show that land use change in the m idtown of Suining City is favorable for soil and water conservation.The main land use change enhancing soil and water conservation occurs on the dry upland.Changes within dry land areas,i.e.the conversion of dry land to terrace,are the most effective for preventing soil erosion.The conversion of dry land to forest is also helpful for soil conservation.In other words,the implementation of comprehensive land management practices in the midtown of Suining City has produced satisfying ecological benefits,and the successful experiences are worthy of consideration.