Ottoman land management

Ottoman land management was a system used by the Ottoman Empire to regulate land ownership and agricultural production. Land was classified into various categories, such as state-owned (miri), private, and religious, with specific rights and obligations. The state granted land to individuals or groups in exchange for taxes and military service. This system encouraged agricultural development while maintaining social order. Local officials, known as sipahis, oversaw land and collected taxes, ensuring resources were effectively utilized. Overall, this structured approach aimed to optimize land use, support the economy, and sustain the vast empire’s needs.