Soil Conservation And Management

Author : Humberto Blanco-Canqui,Rattan Lal
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 617 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2008-09-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781402087097

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Principles of Soil Conservation and Management by Humberto Blanco-Canqui,Rattan Lal Pdf

“Principles of Soil Management and Conservation” comprehensively reviews the state-of-knowledge on soil erosion and management. It discusses in detail soil conservation topics in relation to soil productivity, environment quality, and agronomic production. It addresses the implications of soil erosion with emphasis on global hotspots and synthesizes available from developed and developing countries. It also critically reviews information on no-till management, organic farming, crop residue management for industrial uses, conservation buffers (e.g., grass buffers, agroforestry systems), and the problem of hypoxia in the Gulf of Mexico and in other regions. This book uniquely addresses the global issues including carbon sequestration, net emissions of CO2, and erosion as a sink or source of C under different scenarios of soil management. It also deliberates the implications of the projected global warming on soil erosion and vice versa. The concern about global food security in relation to soil erosion and strategies for confronting the remaining problems in soil management and conservation are specifically addressed. This volume is suitable for both undergraduate and graduate students interested in understanding the principles of soil conservation and management. The book is also useful for practitioners, extension agents, soil conservationists, and policymakers as an important reference material.

Author : Harold B. Rudy
Publisher : FriesenPress
Page : 327 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2018-09-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781525529917

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The Soil Fixers by Harold B. Rudy Pdf

Are they human, biological, extraterrestrial? The future of our food, our waterways, our climate, and our civilization depend upon soil. How we conserve, or repair damage to this essential re- source is one of the most important commitments of our generation! This author leads us on a 30-year journey of discovery working with those closest to the land as they tackle significant challenges of soil protection, restoration, and sustainability.

Author : António Vieira,António José Bento Gonçalves
Publisher : Nova Science Publishers
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2021
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1536196002

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Soil Conservation by António Vieira,António José Bento Gonçalves Pdf

"Along its existence, humans have used Earth resources in a reckless way, having little consideration for its importance, and for the future generations and their needs. Considering the complexity of this subject, and the extreme difficulty of analyzing all aspects of soil degradation, the Editors nonetheless gather here some contributions, each one addressing different soil conservation problems, strategies or methodologies, trying to add some contributions for the understanding of the overall problem of soil degradation and conservation in the world. The seven chapters that comprise this book address topics related to soil degradation and conservation strategies, presenting some cases and methodological approaches, in different parts of the world, promoting scientific research developed with the objective of contributing to a better knowledge of the problem and to help in its mitigation"--

Author : D. J. Greenland,R. Lal
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 334 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : UOM:39015007473120

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Soil Conservation and Management in the Humid Tropics by D. J. Greenland,R. Lal Pdf

Introduction; Basic aspects of soil and water conservation; Characterization of soils and climates in relation to the erosion hazard; Management for erosion control; Farming systems and erosion hazard in Africa; Farming systems and erosion hazard in the far east; Farming systems and erosion hazard in Latin America; Towards erosion control in the humid tropics; Appendix; Author index; Subject index.

Author : Humberto Blanco,Rattan Lal
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 621 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2023-09-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783031303418

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Soil Conservation and Management by Humberto Blanco,Rattan Lal Pdf

This updated and expanded second edition textbook, describes all main aspects of soil management, to address the serious problems of soil erosion and the attendant environmental pollution. The global high demands for food, fiber, feed, and fuel put a constant strain on the environment, which can only be mitigated by soil conservation. This edition incorporates new concepts and provides an up-to-date review of soil management principles and practices. The authors also added new chapters on cover crops, crop residues, soil water management, nutrient management, perennials in crop rotations and organic amendments. All practices have a clear perspective on addressing soil erosion, physical and chemical problems, carbon dynamics and sequestration as well as non-point source pollution. The restorative nature of many practices, also consider water conservation as a main pillar of sustaining a healthy soil. This textbook is valuable for students and professionals in soil science, agronomy, agricultural engineering, hydrology, and management of natural resources.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Soil Resources, Development and Conservation Service
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1977
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9251004307

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Soil Conservation and Management in Developing Countries by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Soil Resources, Development and Conservation Service Pdf

Recommendations of the working groups; Technical papers.

Author : P. E. V. Charman,B. W. Murphy
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : UOM:39015074059539

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Soils, Their Properties and Management by P. E. V. Charman,B. W. Murphy Pdf

"Soils is a practically focused soil science text, designed to give a sound understanding of soils for those studying or working in environmental management, soil conservation or natural resource management. The authors put soils and soil management into a natural resource management context at the broadest level, providing a practical description of soils and their properties. The book examines the different kinds of degradation soils are susceptible to and describes the available soil management and conservation methods." "Land management in Australia has undergone significant changes in recent years. New approaches and concerns have emerged in response to environmental issues and the development of new methodologies. This text explores the relevance of soils to the ecological sustainability of land-use practices, catchment management and the management of water resources."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Jerry L. Hatfield,Thomas J. Sauer
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2020-01-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780891188537

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Soil Management by Jerry L. Hatfield,Thomas J. Sauer Pdf

Degradation of soils continues at a pace that will eventually create a local, regional, or even global crisis when diminished soil resources collide with increasing climate variation. It's not too late to restore our soils to a more productive state by rediscovering the value of soil management, building on our well-established and ever-expanding scientific understanding of soils. Soil management concepts have been in place since the cultivation of crops, but we need to rediscover the principles that are linked together in effective soil management. This book is unique because of its treatment of soil management based on principles—the physical, chemical, and biological processes and how together they form the foundation for soil management processes that range from tillage to nutrient management. Whether new to soil science or needing a concise reference, readers will benefit from this book's ability to integrate the science of soils with management issues and long-term conservation efforts.

Author : Rattan Lal,B.A. Stewart
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 571 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-06-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781466513471

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Principles of Sustainable Soil Management in Agroecosystems by Rattan Lal,B.A. Stewart Pdf

With the use of high-level soil management technology, Africa could feed several billion people, yet food production has generally stagnated since the 1960s. No matter how powerful the seed technology, the seedling emerging from it can flourish only in a healthy soil. Accordingly, crop yields in Africa, South Asia, and the Caribbean could be double

Author : D.H. Hicks
Publisher : Scientific Publishers
Page : 291 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2015-10-13
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789388148696

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Soil Conservation Technical Handbook by D.H. Hicks Pdf

The Soil Conservation Technical Handbook is a comprehensive collection of know how about soil conservation. Informations have been gathered from individual knowledge along with past often unpublished, or scarce copies of printed material. The main forms of erosion are covered in this Technical Handbook are Mass movement erosion, Fluvial erosion, Surface erosion and Sediment erosion. The Handbook is divided into two parts which covers the forms and processes of the main types of erosion. More technical descriptions can be found in the references provided alongwith summary of the main control techniques and it also describes the control techniques whom provide information for the practitioner to put together a soil conservation programme. The present hand book would prove self for post graduate students of Soil Science, Agronomy and Agriculturists. Also useful for scientists involved in soil conservation programme and practitioners.

Author : Alfredo Sfeir-Younis
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2019-04-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780429723223

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Land And Soil Management by Alfredo Sfeir-Younis Pdf

Soil erosion has become a problem of crisis proportions in developing countries around the globe, and better approaches to land management are desperately needed. This book provides analytical frameworks to guide the creation and appraisal of soil erosion control programs. The authors discuss a broad range of important issues involved in designing and implementing more effective soil conservation programs. The book begins with a discussion of the physical and economic dimensions of soil erosion and an estimation of the extent of the problem. It then explains how to improve the evaluation of soil conservation programs by integrating scientific knowledge with economic methods and procedures. A series of practical illustrations graphically demonstrates the application of the concepts derived from the theory. The most important organizational, institutional, technical, and macroeconomic aspects of soil and land management appraisal are outlined, and the major elements of project or program design are also pinpointed and illustrated. Finally, the book suggests areas most in need of future research.

Author : Joseph Frank Cox,Lyman Edson Jackson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 604 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1948
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : UOM:39015005838282

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Crop Management and Soil Conservation by Joseph Frank Cox,Lyman Edson Jackson Pdf

Author : Leo Leonard Knuti,David L. Williams,John Clifford Hide
Publisher : Prentice Hall
Page : 316 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : WISC:89031273725

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Profitable Soil Management by Leo Leonard Knuti,David L. Williams,John Clifford Hide Pdf

Author : Madireddi V. Subba Rao
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-01
Category : Soil conservation
ISBN : 9351301230

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SOIL CONSERVATN MANAGEMENT AND ANALYSIS by Madireddi V. Subba Rao Pdf

Author : Ray L. Cook,Boyd G. Ellis
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 440 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1987-11-10
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015012624451

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Soil Management by Ray L. Cook,Boyd G. Ellis Pdf

Soil Characteristics and classification; Why world hunger?; Soil water, drainage, and irrigation; Organic matter, microorganisms, and soil structure; Nitrogen problems and rotations; Fitting crops to the soils; Water conservation and erosion control; Land capability and soil management; Tillage and planting methods; Soil testing; Tissue testing; Plant symptoms of nutrient deficiency; Soil acidity and liming; Plant nutrients and fertilizers; Cropping systems and management practices: the North Central States; Cropping systems and management practices: Southern and western States; Soil management for Gardens, Greenhouses, and Lawns; Shifting cultivation; Multiple-cropping without and with interplanting; Forests, desertification, erosion; Management of arid lands and water management; Organic farming (Histosols).