Download Full eBooks in PDF
Agricultural Conservation Practices And Related Issues Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle version is available to download in english. Read online anytime anywhere directly from your device. Click on the download button below to get a free pdf file of Agricultural Conservation Practices And Related Issues book. This book definitely worth reading, it is an incredibly well-written.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Agricultural conservation
ISBN : PSU:000055799058
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Agricultural conservation
ISBN : OCLC:754963958
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Agricultural conservation
ISBN : PSU:000055799034
Author : John Smithers,Barry Smit,University of Guelph. University School of Rural Planning and Development,Soil and Water Environmental Enhancement Program (Canada). Socio-Economic Analysis Project
Publisher : Guelph, Ont. : University School of Rural Planning and Development, University of Guelph
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Agricultural conservation
ISBN : CORNELL:31924063015014
The purpose of the research reported is to identify barriers to conservation in agricultural land use, and to assess the prospects for their removal. Major objectives are: to identify the nature & extent of conservation practices by farmers in south-west Ontario, to characterize & evaluate major barriers to the use of such practices, and to consider factors which promote and/or obstruct adoption of soil conservation practices for policies & programs. The research involved a literature review, a mail questionnaire, telephone interviews, and use of secondary data as appropriate. A range of variables relating to the human, physical, and economic characteristics of the farm operation was tested for their possible association with the use of conservation practices. A copy of the survey questionnaire is appended.
Author : United States. Agricultural Conservation Program Service
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 12 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1956
Category : Agricultural Conservation Program
ISBN : UFL:31262087212782
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1949
Category : Soil conservation
ISBN : UIUC:30112064885806
Author : Noel Uri
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2021-05-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781000447910
Discover farming techniques that will decrease soil erosion and costs! Soil erosion from U.S. croplands has long been recognized as a national problem. Conservation Tillage in U.S. Agriculture: Environmental, Economic, and Policy Issues is the first ever complete study of the costs and benefits of using conservation tillage to prevent soil erosion. Designed for professionals working in the areas of soil science, agronomy, economics, environmental studies, and agriculture, this complete study covers everything from machinery and trends in conservation tillage to its adoption to use in regions of the United States. With this in-depth manual, you will examine different types of tillage and the many benefits this practice can ensure, such as improving water quality, increasing organic matter in your soil, sequestering carbon, and providing habitat and food for wildlife. Covering the economic, environmental, and policy issues of this practice, Conservation Tillage in U.S. Agriculture features: the history of conservation tillage case studies on costs and benefits of differing conservation tillage practices with various crops tables and graphs of trends, and case studies concerning the use of different farming methods U.S. Department of Agriculture soil conservation policies how to prevent soil erosion without harming the environment factors affecting conservation tillage, adoption, and use for crops such as peanuts, potatoes, beets, tobacco, and vegetables. With the help of this book, you will measure the benefits and costs of conservation tillage based on profitability and environmental impact and explore the positive and negative environmental consequences that may involve air, land, water, and/or the health and ecological status of wildlife. Conservation Tillage in U.S. Agriculture is a timely and informative look at conservation tillage practices that will help you improve residue management and create better conditions for wildlife and the environment.
Author : Somasundaram Jayaraman,Ram C. Dalal,Ashok K. Patra,Suresh K. Chaudhari
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 626 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2021-08-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789811608278
Feeding the increasing global population, which is projected to reach ~10 billion by 2050, there has been increasing demands for more improved/sustainable agricultural management practices that can be followed by farmers to improve productivity without jeopardizing the environment and ecosystem. Indeed, about 95% of our food directly or indirectly comes from soil. It is a precious resource, and sustainable soil management is a critical socio–economic and environmental issue. Maintaining the environmental sustainability while the world is facing resource degradation, increasing climate change and population explosion is the current challenge of every food production sectors. Thus, there is an urgent need to evolve a holistic approach such as conservation agriculture to sustain higher crop productivity in the country without deteriorating soil health. Conservation Agriculture (CA), is a sustainable approach to manage agro–ecosystems in order to improve productivity, increase farm profitabilty and food security and also enhance the resource base and environment. Worldwide, it has been reported various benefits and prospects in adopting CA technologies in different agro-climatic conditions. Yet, CA in arid and semi-arid regions of India and parts of south Asia raises uncertainities due to its extreme climates, large scale residue burning, soil erosion and other constraints such as low water holding capacity, high potential evapotranspiration, etc . Thus, the proposed book has 30 chapters addressing all issues relevant to conservation agriculture/no-till farming system. The book also gives further strengthening existing knowledge in relation to soil physical, chemical and biological processes and health within close proximity of CA as well as machinery requirements. Moreover, the information on carbon (C) sequestration, C credits, greenhouse gas (GHG) emission, mitigation of climate change effects and socio-economic view on CA under diverse ecologies namely rainfed, irrigated and hill eco-region is also deliberated. For large scale adoption of CA practices in South Asian region especially in India and other countries need dissemination of best-bet CA technologies for dominant soil types/cropping systems through participatory mode, strong linkages and institutional mechanism and public-private-policy support. We hope this book gives a comprehensive and clear picture about conservation agriculture/no-till farming and its associated problem, challenges, prospects and benefits. This book shall be highly useful reference material to researchers, scientists, students, farmers and land managers for efficient and sustainable management of natural resources.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Agricultural conservation
ISBN : MINN:31951D02855013R
"The bibliography is a guide to recent scientific literature covering effects of agricultural conservation practices on fish and wildlife. The citations listed here provide information on how conservation programs and practices designed to improve fish and wildlife habitat, as well as those intended for other purposes (e.g., water quality improvement), affect various aquatic and terrestrial fauna"--Abstract.
Author : Noel D. Uri
Publisher : Nova Publishers
Page : 294 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1594547068
Agriculture in the United States is in the midst of a major transition motivated by economic and environmental factors. These include water quality and quantity, soil erosion, and the compatibility of agricultural production practices and the quality of the environment. Within the context of this change, US agricultural policy seeks to balance several objectives including an abundance of food and fibre at reasonable prices, economic security for agricultural producers, and conservation of natural resources. Agricultural chemical use and soil and water quality degradation associated with agricultural production are significant among the environmental problems confronting the United States. In fact, these are now perceived as environmental problems comparable to other environmental problems such as air quality deterioration and the release of toxic pollutants from industrial sources. While the growth of agricultural chemical use is an integral part of the technological revolution in agriculture that has generated major changes in production techniques, uncertainties about the health effects of agricultural chemicals are very important concerns. Severe soil degradation from erosion, compaction, or salinisation can destroy the productive capacity of the soil. It can also impair water quality from sediment and agricultural chemicals. This important new book looks at both of these significant issues - the relationship between agricultural chemical use and the environment and the relationship between soil and water quality degradation associated with agricultural production and the environment.
Author : Ted L. Napier,Silvana M. Napier,Jiri Tvrdon
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 654 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1999-11-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0849300053
For as far into the future as we can see, governments will probably topple, power will continue to exchange hands, the climate will undergo continuous change, and the global economy will ebb and flow like the oceans. But for the world's many diverse countries-whether they be highly industrialized or third world-one thing will always remain constant: the need to solve the planet's pressing soil and water conservation problems, as well as implement effective policies. But why do some policy initiatives succeed while others fail? Soil and Water Conservation Policies and Programs: Successes and Failures addresses this very question. Based on an international conference held in Prague, this book debates the strengths and weaknesses of soil and water conservation initiatives implemented in North America, Europe, and Australia. Soil and water conservation policies in the United States, Canada, Germany, Austria, Yugoslavia, and other countries are examined through the eyes of technical and soil scientists. And the book also addresses specialized topics, such as agricultural pollution abatement in Poland, and private farmers and contemporary conservation subsidy programs in the Czech Republic. With its thorough treatment of the subject matter, Soil and Water Conservation Policies and Programs: Successes and Failures contributes to resolving one of the world's most pressing conservation issues.
Author : Stephen Burchett,Sarah Burchett
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2011-07-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119957591
This book provides an invaluable, comprehensive and practical introduction to conservation issues associated with current farming practice. Representing both industry and conservation as an integrated and holistic system, it explores conservation issues within every farming discipline; from arable and horticulture to grasslands, woodlands, aquatic and coastal farming and will include an assessment of the impact of global warming. The book includes relevant case studies and international, real-world examples, focusing on applied management and not just ecological facts, theories and principles. The carefully structured book begins by introducing the overall subject including some statistics on current farming activities, giving a brief outlook for the future of farming systems in relation to conservation. Each subsequent chapter will have its own introduction setting the commercial context and conservation value of an example farm, and will progress with a series of case studies that will include the following elements: site assessment; species list; soils management options; and a habitat management plan. A summary section will draw together the common themes of the chapter and develop a lead-in to subsequent chapters. It will provide students with an informed appreciation of current practice whilst raising questions about the development of conservation in farming in the future.
Author : United States. Department of Agriculture. Production and Marketing Administration
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1952
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : CORNELL:31924000335103
Author : Cynthia J. Nickerson,Michael Hand
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 41 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781437926613
Beginning, limited-resource, and socially disadvantaged farmers make up 40% of all U.S. farms. Some Federal conservation programs contain provisions that encourage participation by such ¿targeted¿ farmers. This report compares the natural resource characteristics, resource issues, and conservation treatment costs on farms operated by targeted farmers with those of other participants. Targeted farmers tend to operate more environmentally sensitive land than other farmers, have different conservation priorities, and receive different levels of payments. The different conservation priorities among types of farmers suggest that if a significantly larger proportion of targeted farmers participate in these programs, the programs¿ economic and environmental outcomes could change. Tables and graphs.
Author : Francis J. Pierce
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2018-04-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781351468176
Advances in Soil and Water Conservation provides an in-depth, scholarly treatment of the most important developments and influences shaping soil and water conservation in the last 50 years. The book addresses the technological developments of erosion processes, methods for their control, policy and social forces shaping the research agenda, and future directions. Topics covered include: key governmental agencies and programs research on processes of soil and water degradation control practices and soil quality enhancement conservation tillage the connection between soil and water conservation and sustainable agriculture effects of technology and social influences on soil and water conservation in this country The historical foundation, the focus on key developments, the depth of treatment and thorough documentation, and the orientation to the future make Advances in Soil and Water Conservation a superlative resource for all persons in the field.