Guidelines For Soil Profile Description

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9251055211

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Guidelines for Soil Description by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

Soils are affected by human activities, such as industrial, municipal and agriculture, that often result in soil degradation and loss. In order to prevent soil degradation and to rehabilitate the potentials of degraded soils, reliable soil data are the most important prerequisites for the design of appropriate land-use systems and soil management practices as well as for a better understanding of the environment. The availability of reliable information on soil morphology and other characteristics obtained through examination and description of the soil in the field is essential, and the use of a common language is of prime importance. These guidelines, based on the latest internationally accepted systems and classifications, provide a complete procedure for soil description and for collecting field data. To help beginners, some explanatory notes are included as well as keys based on simple test and observations.--Publisher's description.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Soil Resources, Development and Conservation Service
Publisher : Bernan Press(PA)
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Soil physics
ISBN : UIUC:30112056312082

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Guidelines for Soil Profile Description by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Soil Resources, Development and Conservation Service Pdf

Author : Canadian Agricultural Services Coordinating Committee. Soil Classification Working Group,National Research Council Canada,Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Research Branch
Publisher : NRC Research Press
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0660174049

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The Canadian System of Soil Classification by Canadian Agricultural Services Coordinating Committee. Soil Classification Working Group,National Research Council Canada,Canada. Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. Research Branch Pdf

This treatise begins with an introduction on the history of soil classification in Canada and discussion of the rationale for soil taxonomy. It then defines such terms as soil, pedon, and soil horizons before outlining the classification system along with identification keys. Chapters 4 through 13 describe the characteristics of the various soil orders and include information on distinguishing soils of one order from soils of other orders. Chapter 14 outlines criteria & guidelines used in differentiating classes in soil families and soil series categories. Chapter 15 provides information on distinguishing soil phases. Chapter 16 correlates Canadian soil taxonomy with other classification systems. Chapter 17 summarizes the main terminology used to describe soils at the landscape and pedon scales. The final chapter provides a system of landform classification for soil mapping.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Geomorphology
ISBN : 9251037787

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Multilingual Soil Database by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

This program is designed to store and manipulate soil profile information such as field descriptions and laboratory data.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Soils
ISBN : IND:30000138301365

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Proceedings of the ... International Soil Correlation Meeting (ISCOM). by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Arid soils
ISBN : MINN:31951003045570Z

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Proceedings of the Sixth International Soil Correlation Meeting (VI ISCOM) by Anonim Pdf

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2018-07-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789251083697

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World reference base for soil resources 2014 by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

This publication is a revised and updated version of World Soil Resources Reports No. 84 and 103 and presents the international soil classification system. Every soil in the world can be allocated to one of the 32 Reference Soil Groups as defined in this document, and can further be characterized by a set of qualifiers. The resulting soil name provides information on soil genesis, soil ecological function and soil properties relevant for land use and management. The same system, refined slightly, may be used to name the units of soil map legends, thereby providing comprehensive spatial information. By accommodating national soil classification systems, the World Reference Base facilitates the worldwide correlation of soil information.

Author : Tomislav Hengl,Robert A. MacMillan
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2019-02-16
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780359306350

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Predictive Soil Mapping with R by Tomislav Hengl,Robert A. MacMillan Pdf

Predictive Soil Mapping (PSM) is based on applying statistical and/or machine learning techniques to fit models for the purpose of producing spatial and/or spatiotemporal predictions of soil variables i.e. maps of soil properties and classes at different resolutions. It is a multidisciplinary field combining statistics, data science, soil science, physical geography, remote sensing, geoinformation science and a number of other sciences. Predictive Soil Mapping with R is about understanding the main concepts behind soil mapping, mastering R packages that can be used to produce high quality soil maps, and about optimizing all processes involved so that also the production costs can be reduced. The online version of the book is available at: https: //envirometrix.github.io/PredictiveSoilMapping/ Pull requests and general comments are welcome. These materials are based on technical tutorials initially developed by the ISRIC's Global Soil Information Facilities (GSIF) development team over the period 2014?2017

Author : Willy H. Verheye
Publisher : EOLSS Publications
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2009-09-19
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781848262362

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Land Use, Land Cover and Soil Sciences - Volume II by Willy H. Verheye Pdf

This Encyclopedia of Land Use, Land Cover and Soil Sciences is a component of the global Encyclopedia of Life Support Systems (EOLSS), which is an integrated compendium of twenty one Encyclopedias. Land is one of our most precious assets. It represents space, provides food and shelter, stores and filters water, and it is a base for urban and industrial development, road construction, leisure and many other social activities. Land is, however not unlimited in extent, and even when it is physically available its use is not necessarily free, either because of natural limitations (too cold, too steep, too wet or too dry, etc.) or because of constraints of access or land tenure. This 7-volume set contains several chapters, each of size 5000-30000 words, with perspectives, applications and extensive illustrations. It carries state-of-the-art knowledge in the fields of Land Use, Land Cover and Soil Sciences and is aimed, by virtue of the several applications, at the following five major target audiences: University and College Students, Educators, Professional Practitioners, Research Personnel and Policy Analysts, Managers, and Decision Makers and NGOs.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128048436

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Advances in Agronomy by Anonim Pdf

Advances in Agronomy continues to be recognized as a leading reference and first-rate source for the latest research in agronomy. Each volume contains an eclectic group of reviews by leading scientists throughout the world. As always, the subjects covered are rich, varied, and exemplary of the abundant subject matter addressed by this long-running serial. Includes numerous, timely, state-of-the-art reviews Features distinguished, well recognized authors from around the world Builds upon this venerable and iconic review series Covers the extensive variety and breadth of subject matter in crop and soil sciences

Author : Georges Stoops
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2021-01-07
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780891189756

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Guidelines for Analysis and Description of Soil and Regolith Thin Sections by Georges Stoops Pdf

A revised guide to the study and of soil and regolith thin sections A specialized system of terms and concepts must be used to accurately and effectively distinguish and name the microscopic features of soils and regoliths. With a comprehensive, consistent terminology at their disposal, researchers may compare, store and discuss new data easily and with less risk of error. The second edition of Guidelines for Analysis and Description of Soil and Regolith Thin Sections has been assembled to address this need, offering a practical system of analysis and description to those working with soil and regolith materials. This essential resource includes: An introduction to micromorphology and its practice Guidelines for the study of thin sections Sections covering the various microscopic features of soils and regoliths Illustrative graphics and colour micrographs Suggested description schemes and data presentation tips By providing an economical, navigable system for the study and documentation of soils and regoliths, Guidelines for Analysis and Description of Soil and Regolith Thin Sections, second edition, offers invaluable guidance for soil scientists, geologists, ecologists, archaeologists and all those concerned with micromorphology.

Author : Andreas Schulte,Daddy Ruhiyat
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2013-03-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783662036495

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Soils of Tropical Forest Ecosystems by Andreas Schulte,Daddy Ruhiyat Pdf

An understanding of the characteristics and the ecology of soils, particularly those of forest ecosystems in the humid tropics, is central to the development of sustainable forest management systems. The present book examines the contribution that forest soil science and forest ecology can make to sustainable land use in the humid tropics. Four main issues are addressed: characteristics and classification of forest soils, chemical and hydrological changes after forest utilization, soil fertility management in forest plantations and agroforestry systems as well as ecosystem studies from the dipterocarp forest region of Southeast Asia. Additionally, case studies include work from Guyana, Costa Rica, the Philippines, Malaysia, Australia and Nigeria.

Author : Maxine Sharon Kingston,E. W. Presant,Ontario Institute of Pedology,Land Resource Research Centre (Canada),Ontario. Ministry of Agriculture and Food,Canada. Agriculture Canada. Research Branch
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Land capability for agriculture
ISBN : 0772959501

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The Soils of the Regional Municipality of Niagara: Soils of Grimsby-Lincoln by Maxine Sharon Kingston,E. W. Presant,Ontario Institute of Pedology,Land Resource Research Centre (Canada),Ontario. Ministry of Agriculture and Food,Canada. Agriculture Canada. Research Branch Pdf

Author : Edwin Michael Bridges
Publisher : ACCO
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Soils
ISBN : 903344125X

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World Reference Base for Soil Resources by Edwin Michael Bridges Pdf

Author : J.R. Landon
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 531 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2014-01-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781317902096

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Booker Tropical Soil Manual by J.R. Landon Pdf

First published in 1991. This is a more portable version of the Booker Tropical Soil Manual, in which the format (and weight) of the first edition have been reduced whilst retaining as much as possible of the original clarity. It also includes new content and appendices that cover the revised FAO publications on soil classification and on water quality for agriculture.