Saline And Alkaline Soils In Latin America

Author : Edith Taleisnik,Raúl S. Lavado
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 463 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-26
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9783030525927

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Saline and Alkaline Soils in Latin America by Edith Taleisnik,Raúl S. Lavado Pdf

This book provides the first comprehensive overview of saline and alkaline soils in Latin America, known for having one of the most extensive surface of salt-affected soils in the world. It is organized along two main axes: soils and vegetation. The book discusses the occurrence of such soils in the region, focusing mainly in management strategies for their sustainable use, and it presents accounts of natural vegetation and crops in the various environments of the region. Social impacts of such conditions and ongoing projects to overcome them are considered. Likewise, the book highlights physiological mechanisms that are responsible for the negative effects these soils exert on crops and forest resources and determine vegetation distribution in them. Plant breeding challenges and new perspectives for such environments are discussed. Technologies such as irrigation and drainage are included. The readership includes soil and plant scientists, as well as policy makers.

Author : Nanthi Bolan,M. B. Kirkham
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 635 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2023-05-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000879278

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Soil Constraints and Productivity by Nanthi Bolan,M. B. Kirkham Pdf

Identifying, interpreting, and managing soil constraints are major challenges, especially when multiple constraints occur in the same soil at various depth zones. Although amelioration tools and strategies are available to manage some of these constraints, field adoption of these technologies is a major challenge to the farming community. Soil Constraints and Productivity helps in identifying and understanding soil constraints, focusing on management practices to alleviate problems associated with these restrictions, and their impacts on crop productivity. Soil Constraints and Productivity aims to: Describe various strategies suitable for mitigating soil constraints Provide data on cost-benefit analysis of managing soil constraints Provide case studies of managing soil constraints to increase productivity Soil is essential for the doubling of major grain production proposed to be necessary to avoid major food security collapses in the future. This book will be a key resource for soil and environmental scientists, farmers, students majoring in agricultural and environmental sciences, and crop consultants.

Author : Paulo Pereira,Miriam Muñoz-Rojas,Igor Bogunovic,Wenwu Zhao
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2023-05-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031321689

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Impact of Agriculture on Soil Degradation I by Paulo Pereira,Miriam Muñoz-Rojas,Igor Bogunovic,Wenwu Zhao Pdf

This is the first of two volumes that together provide a global overview of the impact of agriculture on soil degradation, tracing the most critical drivers like the use and abuse of agrochemicals, mechanization, overgrazing, irrigation, slash and burn agriculture, and the use of plastics. This book covers the main effects of agriculture practices on soil degradation in several countries from Africa, America, Asia, and Oceania, and it elucidates the impact of chemical agents on soil quality, namely, the use of fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, soil acidification and microplastics pollution. In these continents, a large number of the population depend on agriculture, which sets an enormous pressure on the ecosystems. Divided into 13 chapters, the book offers authoritative contributions about the fundamental soil degradation problems in countries such as Argentina, Australia, Peru and Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, India, Israel, Kenya, Mexico, South Africa, the United States of America. As soil degradation issues are often linked with biodiversity loss and poverty, readers will also find in this book an important discussion of the different social, economic, political, and environmental aspects contributing to soil quality and sustainable management. Given the breadth and depth of its coverage, the book offers an invaluable source of information for researchers, students, environmental managers and policymakers alike.

Author : Joseph Alfred Zinck,Graciela Metternicht,Héctor Francisco del Valle,Marcos Angelini
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 572 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2023-01-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783031206672

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Geopedology by Joseph Alfred Zinck,Graciela Metternicht,Héctor Francisco del Valle,Marcos Angelini Pdf

This updated and revised second edition brings geopedology issues into the current context. This new edition extends the work on popular topics such as digital soil mapping, GIS and landscape mapping, and it also gives valuable insight with up-to-date theoretical discussions and new application with relevant case studies. This textbook offers a proven approach for reliable mapping of soil-landscape relationships to derive information for policy, planning and management at scales ranging from local to regional. Filled with didactic elements such as case studies, visual aids (maps, charts and figures), questions and answers, the book is of interest to geohazard studies, land use conflict analysis, land use planning, land degradation assessment, and land suitability analysis. Soil is a vital resource for society at large and an important determinant of the economic status of nations. The intensification of natural disasters and the increased land use competition for food and energy have raised awareness of the relevant role the pedosphere plays in natural and anthropogenic environments. Recent papers and global initiatives show a renewed interest in soil research and its applications for improved planning and management of this fragile and finite resource.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 413 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2022-05-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9789251360781

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Halt soil salinization, boost soil productivity by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

The book of proceedings of the GSAS21 contains the papers presented during the Global Symposium on Salt-affected Soils that was held on 20-22 October 2022. The papers provide the up-to-date scientific knowledge and practical solutions for mapping, assessment, rehabilitation and sustainable management of saline and sodic soils as well as policy recommendations on actions needed to manage salt-affected soils, prevent soil degradation, and to upscale good practices and technologies on these soils.

Author : Regional Salinity Laboratory (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1954
Category : Alkali lands
ISBN : UVA:X004009685

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Diagnosis and Improvement of Saline and Alkali Soils by Regional Salinity Laboratory (U.S.) Pdf

Author : Regional Salinity Laboratory (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1947
Category : Alkali lands
ISBN : RUTGERS:39030039485711

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The Diagnosis and Improvement of Saline and Alkali Soils by Regional Salinity Laboratory (U.S.) Pdf

Author : M. Ajmal Khan,Darrell J. Weber
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1402040172

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Ecophysiology of High Salinity Tolerant Plants by M. Ajmal Khan,Darrell J. Weber Pdf

They can germinate, grow and reproduce successfully in saline areas which would cause the death of regular plants.

Author : R. Chhabra
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781351415705

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Soil Salinity and Water Quality by R. Chhabra Pdf

This volume covers such areas in the field of soil salinity and water quality as: origin and distribution of salt-affected soils; management of alkali soils; quality criteria of irrigation water; wastewaters as a source of irrigation; and grasses and trees in the management of salt-affected soils.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1244 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : UIUC:30112102097943

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Bibliography of Agriculture by Anonim Pdf

Author : International Soil Fertility Evaluation and Improvement Program
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Soil fertility
ISBN : UTEXAS:059173023096273

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The Evaluation and Improvement of Soil Fertility in Latin America by International Soil Fertility Evaluation and Improvement Program Pdf

Author : Nusret Zencirci
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 783 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789819994786

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Advances in Wheat Breeding by Nusret Zencirci Pdf

Author : Rattan Lal,Carlos Cerri
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2006-07-05
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781482298031

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Carbon Sequestration in Soils of Latin America by Rattan Lal,Carlos Cerri Pdf

Discover the latest available knowledge on ways to reduce CO2 in the atmosphere! The problem of quickly mounting CO2 emissions in the fast-developing Latin American region was addressed in a symposium held in Piracicaba, Brazil, in June 2004. Carbon Sequestration in Soils of Latin America presents the latest available knowledge in soil C sequestration and improved land and soil management which can also lead to other positive effects, such as greater fertility of soil and higher crop yields. This text, in easy-to-understand language, comprehensively reviews ways to best transform various soils from being a source of carbon released into the atmosphere to become a sink for carbon absorption. Carbon Sequestration in Soils of Latin America presents a full-rounded explanation of this information in four sections. The first section gives detailed background information about the region, its climate, and the differing soils, along with basic concepts behind the science. The second section describes recommended management practices and rates of soil C sequestration. The third section thoroughly deals with methods of assessment of soil C. The last section provides a summary of recommendations for further research and development. The book is extensively referenced and contains numerous figures, tables, and photographs. Topics in Carbon Sequestration in Soils of Latin America include: soil eco-regions and principal biomes of Latin America soil carbon stock in principal ecosystems of Latin America rates of carbon sequestration in different eco-regions for predominant land use and management the role of the Amazon region in mitigating climate change the importance of tropical savannas of Latin America in mitigating global warming innovative methods of assessment of soil carbon pool trading carbon credits designing pilot soil carbon sequestration projects potential of soil carbon sequestration in Latin America priorities and recommendations for future research Carbon Sequestration in Soils of Latin America is a comprehensive, essential resource for land managers, policymakers, educators, students, and researchers.

Author : Hugo Boyko
Publisher : Springer
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2013-12-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401760140

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Salinity and Aridity by Hugo Boyko Pdf

Author : Regional Salinity Laboratory (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1949
Category : Plants
ISBN : UCR:31210017333616

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Report to Collaborators by Regional Salinity Laboratory (U.S.) Pdf