Soil Science And Sustainable Land Management In The Tropics

Author : John Keith Syers,D. L. Rimmer,C.A.B. International,British Society of Soil Science
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015032618335

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Soil Science and Sustainable Land Management in the Tropics by John Keith Syers,D. L. Rimmer,C.A.B. International,British Society of Soil Science Pdf

Soil science and sustainable land management. Evaluation of the soil and land resource. Proposals for quantitative criteria in the management of sutainable agricultural systems. Soil erosion and conservation: A place for soil science? Agroforestry practices to control runoff and erosion on steeplands in ilocos norte, Philippines. The qurternary legacy in the tropics. Fundamental Property of the land resource. Effects of soil erosion and sedimentation on land qualy. Defining pedofenetic baselines in the kondoa distric of Tanzania. Sustainable regeneration of surface tilth in Zimbawean vertisols through water management. Agrohydrological modelling. A tool for sustainable development of land resources. Extending the growing season by efficient use of rainfall. The role soil organisms in the sustainability of tropical cropping sustems. Can biological nitrogen fixation sustain agriculture in the tropics? Improving the agriculturakl productivity of the soils of Northeast Thailand through soil organic matter management. Soil organic matter management in Thailand. A diagnostic approach to solving soil fertility problems in the tropics. Physical and chemical constraints to sustainable soil use under raingfed conditions in the himid tripocs of Southar Asia. The use of simplified nutrient balances at farm level to determine boudary conditions for sustainable production. The economic context of soil science. Soil Science research developing contries. Towards a holistic approach. Soil science and better land use in the tropics.

Author : Fred Zaal
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2016-04-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781317047766

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Sustainable Land Management in the Tropics by Fred Zaal Pdf

Bringing together case studies from Kenya, Benin, Cameroon and the Philippines, this volume provides a multidisciplinary overview of the economics of natural resource management in Tropical regions, at household and village level. By comparing a wide array of climatic and economic conditions, it examines the effect of location and access to the market - as well as the importance of national policies - have on soil and water conservation. The book not only analyzes the benefits of soil and water conservation based on econometric studies, but also assesses the costs involved. In doing so it challenges commonly held assumptions about poorer community's ability to finance such measures.

Author : Anthony S. R. Juo,Kathrin Franzluebbers
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2003-09-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780195353877

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Tropical Soils by Anthony S. R. Juo,Kathrin Franzluebbers Pdf

Agricultural ecology, or agroecology, deals in general with the structure and function of agroecosystems at different levels of resolution. In this text/reference, the authors describe in terms of agroecology the tropical environments of sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin and Central America, focusing on production and management systems unique to each region.

Author : Pedro A. Sanchez
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 685 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2019-01-10
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781107176058

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Properties and Management of Soils in the Tropics by Pedro A. Sanchez Pdf

Long-awaited second edition of classic textbook, brought completely up to date, for courses on tropical soils, and reference for scientists and professionals.

Author : T. F. Shaxson
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Farm management
ISBN : 9251043191

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New Concepts and Approaches to Land Management in the Tropics with Emphasis on Steeplands by T. F. Shaxson Pdf

In the tropics most of the steepland areas are settled by small-scale farming families where livelihoods may be endangered by land degradation and associated loss of productivity. This bulletin brings concepts and principles of good land husbandry into focus.

Author : Rattan Lal,B.A. Stewart
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 571 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2013-06-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781466513464

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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 doubled or tripled through adoption of technologies based on laws of sustainable soil management. Principles of Sustainable Soil Management in Agroecosystems describes the application of these laws to enhance ecosystem services while restoring degraded soils and promoting sustainable use. With chapters contributed by world-class soil scientists, ecologists, and social scientists, this book outlines critical changes in management of agricultural soils necessary to achieve food security and meet the food demands of the present and projected future population. These changes include conversion to no-till and conservation agriculture; adoption of strategies of integrated nutrient management, water harvesting, and use of drip sub-irrigation; complex cropping/farming systems such as cover cropping and agroforestry; and use of nano-enhanced fertilizers. The book is based on the premise that it is not possible to extract more from a soil than what is put into it without degrading its quality. The strategy is to replace what is removed, respond wisely to what is changed, and be pro-active to what may happen because of natural and anthropogenic perturbations. The chapters, which exemplify these ideas, cover a range of topics including organic farming, soil fertility, crop-symbiotic soil microbiota, human-driven soil degradation, soil degradation and restoration, carbon sink capacity of soils, soil renewal and sustainability, and the marginality principle.

Author : Alfred E. Hartemink
Publisher : CABI
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0851998496

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Soil Fertility Decline in the Tropics by Alfred E. Hartemink Pdf

Wide coverage of soils and perennial cropping systems in the tropicsSynthesis of decades of researchChallenges assumptions on the benefits of plantations for soil fertilityIt is generally assumed that soil fertility decline is widespread in the tropics and that this is largely associated with annual cropping and subsistence farming. In contrast, perennial plant cover (as in plantation agriculture) provides better protection for the soil.This book reviews these concepts, focusing on soil chemical changes under different land-use systems in the tropics. These include perennial crops, annual crops and forest plantations. Two case studies, on sisal plantations in Tanzania and sugar cane in Papua New Guinea, are presented for detailed analysis. The author demonstrates that soil fertility decline is also a problem on plantations.

Author : World Bank
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2008-06-17
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 0821374338

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Sustainable Land Management Sourcebook by World Bank Pdf

Policies promoting pro-poor agricultural growth are the key to helping countries achieve the Millennium Development Goals especially the goal of halving poverty and hunger by 2015. The public sector, private sector, and civil society organizations are working to enhance productivity and competitiveness of the agricultural sector to reduce rural poverty and sustain the natural resource base. The pathways involve participation by rural communities, science and technology, knowledge generation and further learning, capacity enhancement, and institution building. Sustainable land management (SLM) an essential component of such policies will help to ensure the productivity of agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and hydrology. SLM will also support a range of ecosystem services on which agriculture depends. The 'Sustainable Land Management Sourcebook' provides a knowledge repository of tested practices and innovative resource management approaches that are currently being tested. The diverse menu of options represents the current state of the art of good land management practices. Section one identifies the need and scope for SLM and food production in relation to cross-sector issues such as freshwater and forest resources, regional climate and air quality, and interactions with biodiversity conservation and increasingly valuable ecosystem services. Section two categorizes the diversity of land management systems globally and the strategies for improving household livelihoods in each system type. Section three presents a range of investment notes that summarize good practice, as well as innovative activity profiles that highlight design of successful or innovative investments. Section four identifies easy-to-access, Web-based resources relevant for land and natural resource managers. The 'Sourcebook' is a living document that will be periodically updated and expanded as new material and findings become available on good land management practices. This book will be of interest to project managers and practitioners working to enhance land and natural resource management in developing countries.

Author : Bobby A. Stewart
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 578 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1995-03-09
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1566700760

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Soil Management by Bobby A. Stewart Pdf

The experiments and experiences discussed in Soil Management carefully document crop production systems with well-defined boundaries. These long-term agronomic trials provide a valuable data resource that has, until now, been largely ignored by both the research community and the sustainability experts. With a rigorous definition of sustainability and this data, the sustainability of various cropping systems will be more clearly illustrated than any previous effort. Particular emphasis is given to research involving the tropics and sub-tropics. This book is unique in providing an experimental basis for sustainable management of soil resources. It describes technological options for sustainable management of soil resources and identifies priorities for additional long-term experimentation needed in key ecoregions. Topics discussed include changes in soil processes and properties, environmental quality, soil management, soil dynamics, soil organic matter, and nutrient cycling. Soil Management is for those who ask whether agriculture is sustainable, want to analyze or review sustainability experiments and experiences, or wish to initiate new long-term trials. It is a valuable reference on soil processes and an excellent text for courses in soil management.

Author : E M Bridges
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 809 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2019-04-24
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780429530128

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Response to Land Degradation by E M Bridges Pdf

This work is intended for advanced readers interested in methods of sustainable land management - the prevention and control of land degradation. It offers a coherent view of the situation concerning land degradation and the human response to the problem. It is generally recognized that technological solutions alone cannot solve the problems of land degradation. This book discusses the role of land use and land management policies, programmes, insitutional innovations, and economic incentives for the control and prevention of land degradation. Special attention is given to legal issues at the international level and in individual countries.

Author : Patrice Dion
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2010-02-04
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783642050763

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Soil Biology and Agriculture in the Tropics by Patrice Dion Pdf

The relationships between soils, microbes and humans are of crucial relevance in the tropics, where plant stress and microbial activity are exacerbated. This volume of Soil Biology presents the living component of tropical soils, showing how it is shaped by environmental conditions and emphasizing its dramatic impact on human survival and well-being. Following an introduction to the specificities of tropical soils and of their microbial communities, the biological aspects of soil management are examined, dealing with land use change, conservation and slash-and-burn agriculture, the restoration of hot deserts, agroforestry and paddy rice cultivation. As they are of particular relevance for tropical agriculture, symbioses of plants and microbes are thoroughly covered, as are the biodegradation of pesticides and health risks associated with wastewater irrigation. Lastly, traditional soil knowledge is discussed as a key to our sustainable presence in this world.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 650 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1991
Category : Land use
ISBN : UOM:39015037038901

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Evaluation for Sustainable Land Management in the Developing World: Technical papers by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anthony Young
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-11
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0995656606

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Thin on the Ground by Anthony Young Pdf

World population is increasing by some 80 million a year, largely in developing countries. Can the food requirements of this growing population be met? How can the limited resources of available land be sustainably managed? Where are the worst areas of land degradation to be found? Why are soils a major element of the environment? Thin on the Ground seeks to answer these questions by reviewing the successive stages of tropical soils research: soil survey, land evaluation, land use planning, and the evolution of earlier attempts the check soil erosion into the current approach of conservation agriculture. Priorities for today should be soil health monitoring, and linking modern methods of conservation with agricultural advisory services. The author's contention that population policy should be an integral part of agricultural development will not pass unchallenged. Includes 38 photographs, many of historical importance. "An authoritative and informative overview of soil survey activities in the developing world." WOSSAC: World Soil Survey Archive and Catalogue. From reviews of the First Edition: "A well-documented, lively and informative description.....The author has a magnificent capacity to synthesize large amounts of information from different disciplines.....Gives a strong sense of excitement....A remarkable and valuable book for anyone concerned with third world development." Anthony Young has over 40 years experience of all aspects of tropical soils, extending from survey and evaluation to conservation and management. As an early member of the World Agroforestry Centre he was the first to establish the potential of agroforestry in soil management. He has published 15 books, notably the comprehensive review, Land Resources: Now and for the Future, and has been awarded doctorates by the Universities of Sheffield and East Anglia.

Author : Shah Fahad
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2021-06-16
Category : Climatic changes
ISBN : 0367623188

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Sustainable Soil and Land Management and Climate Change by Shah Fahad Pdf

The third volume of Sustainable Soil and Land Management and Climate Change presents a complete overview of plant soil interactions in a climate affected by greenhouse gas emissions and organic carbon. It presents approaches and managements strategies for the stabilization of soil organic matter. The latest in the respected Footprints of Climate Variability on Plant Diversity series, this book enhances the reader's knowledge of the preservation of organic matter through microbial approaches as well as through soil and plant interactions. Written by teams of specialist scientists, it presents research outcomes, practical applications and future challenges for this important field. Features: Presents microbial tactics for the alleviation of potentially toxic elements in agricultural soils and for reclaiming saline soil. Provides an overview of scientific investigations into greenhouse gas emissions. Outlines priming techniques developed in response to a changing climate. This book is written for students of agronomy, soil science and the environmental sciences as well as researchers interested in management technologies to improve soil fertility.

Author : R. Lal,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9251037760

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Tillage Systems in the Tropics by R. Lal,Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

The objectives of this Bulletin are to collate up-to-date information on soil tillage requirements for soils in the tropics; to assess the impacts of different ways of tillage on soil, environment and crop productivity; and to outline criteria for developing environment-friendly and economically viable tillage techniques for sustainable use of soil and water resources