Tools For Soil Management And Restoration

Author : Manuel Esteban Lucas-Borja,Demetrio Zema,Yu Yang
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Agricultural landscape management
ISBN : 1536159085

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Tools for Soil Management and Restoration by Manuel Esteban Lucas-Borja,Demetrio Zema,Yu Yang Pdf

Natural ecosystems provide the basic conditions without which humanity could not survive. Goods and services provided by ecosystems include, for example, provision of food, fibre and fuel, purification of water and air, cultural and aesthetic benefits, stabilization and moderation of the Earth's climate, generation and renewal of soil fertility, including nutrient cycling or maintenance of genetic resources as key inputs to crop varieties and livestock breeds, medicines, and other products. However, the ability of natural ecosystems to continue performing these services is seriously threatened because plant species diversity or soil are being seriously deteriorated, and in some cases destroyed. While loss of species has always occurred as a natural phenomenon, the pace of extinction has accelerated dramatically as a result of human activity. Ecosystems are being fragmented or eliminated, and innumerable species are in decline or already extinct. At the same time, various studies worldwide have shown that soils do not support intensive annual plant cultivation without fertilizer applications and even these may not maintain sustainability. Inappropriate silvicultural operations or the use of land for intensive agricultural purposes is one of the main causes of soil degradation, and there is therefore worldwide interest in quantifying the loss of soil quality generated by incorrect agricultural operations or forest management practises. This can only happen if people have the right information, skills, and organizations for understanding and dealing with soil and plant diversity issues. This books deals with soil management and restoration strategies in order to maintain soil quality avoiding soil deterioration. Throughout the book, different authors present very interesting works related to the nitrogen status of containerized Australian blackwood (Acacia Melanoxylon) seedings, soil carbon stocks in different vegetation types, biological soil crusts distribution in China sandy soils, ash soil fertilizers, the watershed management of badland areas, effects of pipeline construction-related disturbances on soil properties, soil quality indicators and soil hydrology in dry areas and aggregate characteristics within the soil active layer.

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2019-05-16
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789251314265

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Soil erosion: the greatest challenge for sustainable soil management by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Pdf

Despite almost a century of research and extension efforts, soil erosion by water, wind and tillage continues to be the greatest threat to soil health and soil ecosystem services in many regions of the world. Our understanding of the physical processes of erosion and the controls on those processes has been firmly established. Nevertheless, some elements remain controversial. It is often these controversial questions that hamper efforts to implement sound erosion control measures in many areas of the world. This book, released in the framework of the Global Symposium on Soil Erosion (15-17 May 2019) reviews the state-of-the-art information related to all topics related to soil erosion.

Author : Agassi
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1995-11-07
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0824789849

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Soil Erosion, Conservation, and Rehabilitation by Agassi Pdf

Discusses the latest information regarding the processes and mechanisms responsible for runoff and erosion by water in arable lands--detailing state-of-the-art water and soil conservation methods. Elucidates the rehabilitation of agricultural lands depleted by human activity.

Author : John C. Siemens,Robert G. Hoeft,Arland Walter Pauli
Publisher : John Deere Publishing
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Crop residue management
ISBN : CORNELL:31924073233904

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Soil Management by John C. Siemens,Robert G. Hoeft,Arland Walter Pauli Pdf

Author : Raj Ratta,R. Lal
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2018-12-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781351415736

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Soil Quality and Soil Erosion by Raj Ratta,R. Lal Pdf

This work examines the issue of accelerated soil erosion, which has become an increasingly serious concern in the twentieth century. Aspects considered include on-site impact of erosion; application of soil science to problems of non-agricultural uses of soil, such as mineland restoration, urban uses and disposal of urban wastes; soil contamination and pollution by industrial activities; and athletic and recreational uses of soil. Soil Quality and Soil Erosion will be a useful text for soil scientists, agronomists, foresters, and environmental scientists as we enter the next century.

Author : John A. Stanturf,Mac A. Callaham
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 436 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2020-10-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128131947

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Soils and Landscape Restoration by John A. Stanturf,Mac A. Callaham Pdf

Soils and Landscape Restoration provides a multidisciplinary synthesis on the sustainable management and restoration of soils in various landscapes. The book presents applicable knowledge of above- and below-ground interactions and biome specific realizations along with in-depth investigations of particular soil degradation pathways. It focuses on severely degraded soils (e.g., eroded, salinized, mined) as well as the restoration of wetlands, grasslands and forests. The book addresses the need to bring together current perspectives on land degradation and restoration in soil science and restoration ecology to better incorporate soil-based information when restoration plans are formulated. Incudes a chapter on climate change and novel ecosystems, thus collating the perspective of soil scientists and ecologists on this consequential and controversial topic Connects science to international policy and practice Includes summaries at the end of each chapter to elucidate principles and key points

Author : Zdruli, P., Zucca, C.
Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2023-02-14
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9789251366776

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Restoring land and soil health to ensure sustainable and resilient agriculture in the Near East and North Africa region by Zdruli, P., Zucca, C. Pdf

The report is part of a series of background papers prepared within the context of the development of the the Near East and North Africa Region of the State of Land and Water Resources for Food and Agriculture (SOLAW) in the Near East and North Africa Region. The paper reflects on the status of soil degradation and fertility loss, the drivers that put pressure on soils and land in the region, the responses to address the pressing issues leveraging existing technical knowledge, as well as tools for assessment and monitoring.

Author : Dale Strickler
Publisher : Storey Publishing, LLC
Page : 716 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2021-10-26
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781635862256

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The Complete Guide to Restoring Your Soil by Dale Strickler Pdf

Healthy soil is key to sustaining life on Earth. While more and more people are starting to see the need for soil restoration, there is very little understanding of just how it can be accomplished. There is a rapidly emerging demand for a “how to” manual for soil restoration. Dale Strickler is an expert on building healthy soil and restoring degraded soil, and in The Complete Guide to Restoring Your Soil, he presents the science of soil, along with proven methods of restoring depleted soil and agricultural practices from around the world that continue to build soil, rather than cause it to deteriorate. Strickler provides a solid foundation in the science of healthy soil, explaining how soil has become so degraded over time and the dire consequences for the human species, not just in terms of food scarcity but also the social, health, and environmental consequences of growing food in poor soil. He addresses the chemical, physical, and biological principles behind soil function, and presents actual farming practices that can be used to regenerate soil, techniques and strategies for remediating contaminated soil, and agriculture systems both past and present that functioned to build soil, such as the ancient chinampas systems of Mexico and the permaculture systems of today. This publication conforms to the EPUB Accessibility specification at WCAG 2.0 Level AA.

Author : Majeti Narasimha Vara Prasad,Chitranjan Kumar
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 532 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2023-10-16
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781119911968

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Agroecological Approaches for Sustainable Soil Management by Majeti Narasimha Vara Prasad,Chitranjan Kumar Pdf

Enables readers to strengthen existing agricultural strategies to sustainably solve contemporary problems like food supply chain gaps and food scarcity Agroecological Approaches for Sustainable Soil Management explains strategies to check the deterioration of soil quality, irrigation water quality, reuse of wastewaters in agriculture after treatment, organic fertigation, and corporate fertigation, to transform current agriculture into sustainable agriculture, and demonstrates cost effective technologies for sustainable development of site-specific ecosystems. Techniques to eradicate malnutrition, such as enhanced biofortification, are also covered. Sample topics covered in Agroecological Approaches for Sustainable Soil Management include: Foremost developments in the restoration and utilization of degraded lands through organic farming, precision agriculture, climate-resilient fodder/forage cultivation, and livestock management Promotion of agro-forestry-based apiculture, silviculture, and sericulture, and corporate fertigation, and reclaiming urban brownfields & industrial areas Development of diverse products, including biofuel, fiber, fodder, timber, and herbal products leading to the generation of social capitals Ecology of intercropping systems, tree-cover dynamics of grazing lands, and cover crops for soil management Agroecological Approaches for Sustainable Soil Management is a comprehensive and authoritative resource on the subject, making it a must-have resource for scientists working in agrobiodiversity, agroecology, bioscience, restoration ecology, soil science, and sustainable science, along with postgraduate students in ecology, environmental sciences, and environmental economics.

Author : Katalin Gruiz,Tamas Meggyes,Eva Fenyvesi
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2017-01-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781317697459

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Engineering Tools for Environmental Risk Management by Katalin Gruiz,Tamas Meggyes,Eva Fenyvesi Pdf

This is the third volume of the five-volume book series “Engineering Tools for Environmental Risk Management”. The book series deals with the following topics: • Environmental deterioration and pollution, management of environmental problems • Environmental toxicology – a tool for managing chemical substances and contaminated environment • Assessment and monitoring tools, risk assessment • Risk reduction measures and technologies • Case studies for demonstration of the application of engineering tools The authors aim to describe interactions and options in risk management by providing a broad scientific overview of the environment, its human uses and the associated local, regional and global environmental problems; interpreting the holistic approach used in solving environmental protection issues; striking a balance between nature’s needs and engineering capabilities; understanding interactions between regulation, management and engineering; obtaining information about novel technologies and innovative engineering tools. This third volume provides an overview on the basic principles, concepts, practices and tools of environmental monitoring and contaminated site assessment. The volume focuses on those engineering tools that enable integrated site assessment and decision making and ensure an efficient control of the environment. Some topics supporting sustainable land use and efficient environmental management are listed below: • Efficient management and regulation of contaminated land and the environment; • Early warning and environmental monitoring; • Assessment of contaminated land: the best practices; • Environmental sampling; • Risk characterization and contaminated matrix assessment; • Integrated application of physical, chemical, biological, ecological and (eco) toxicological characterization methods; • Direct toxicity assessment (DTA) and decision making; • Online analyzers, electrodes and biosensors for assessment and monitoring of waters.; • In situ and real-time measurement tools for soil and contaminated sites; • Rapid on-site methods and contaminant and toxicity assessment kits; • Engineering tools from omics technologies, microsensors to heavy machinery; • Dynamic characterization of subsurface soil and groundwater using membrane interface probes, optical and X-ray fl uorescence and ELCAD wastewater characterization; • Geochemical modeling: methods and applications; • Environmental assessment using cyclodextrins. This book series focuses on the state of knowledge about the environment and its conscious and structured application in environmental engineering, management and decision making.

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1264 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : United States
ISBN : IND:30000137277012

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Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations for 2017: Testimony of interested individuals and organizations: American Indian by United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Pdf

Author : Canadian Parks Council
Publisher : National Parks Directorate Parks Canada Agency
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Ecosystem management
ISBN : UIUC:30112075777109

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Principles and Guidelines for Ecological Restoration in Canada's Protected Natural Areas by Canadian Parks Council Pdf

Author : Sunita Kumari Meena,Ademir de Oliveira Ferreira,Vijay Singh Meena,Amitava Rakshit,Rajendra P. Shrestha,Ch. Srinivasa Rao,Kadambot H.M. Siddique
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2023-04-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780323959124

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Agricultural Soil Sustainability and Carbon Management by Sunita Kumari Meena,Ademir de Oliveira Ferreira,Vijay Singh Meena,Amitava Rakshit,Rajendra P. Shrestha,Ch. Srinivasa Rao,Kadambot H.M. Siddique Pdf

Agricultural Soil Sustainability and Carbon Management presents long-term research in the field of sustainable soil use and management to guide in the prioritizing the multifunctional value of soil health and addressing interdisciplinary links between major issues such as biodiversity and climate change. As soil is the largest terrestrial carbon pool and a significant contributor of greenhouse gases, much progress can be made toward curtailing the climate crisis by sustainable soil management practices. The book provides valuable insight into the soil and carbon management, research gaps, and the methodological challenges for research into soil carbon management that will be important over the decades. Prioritizes the multifunctional value of soil systems and addresses interdisciplinary links within major issues including Soil Health, Carbon Sustainability, Biodiversity and Climate change Provides best management practices and techniques for sustainable carbon management under different cropping pattern/ecosystem Explains the carbon mechanism and application methodology in relation to food production and identifies future areas for research and developments

Author : Jaume Bech,Claudio Bini,Mariya A Pashkevich
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2017-09-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128097298

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Assessment, Restoration and Reclamation of Mining Influenced Soils by Jaume Bech,Claudio Bini,Mariya A Pashkevich Pdf

Assessment, Restoration and Reclamation of Mining Influenced Soils covers processes operating in the environment as a result of mining activity, including the whole spectra of negative effects of anthropopressure and the environment, from changes in soil chemistry, changes in soil physical properties, geomechanical disturbances, and mine water discharges. Mining activity and its waste are an environmental concern. Knowledge of the fate of potentially harmful elements and their effect on plants and the food chain, and ultimately on human health, is still being understood. Therefore, there is a need for better knowledge on the origin, distribution, and management of mine waste on a global level. This book provides information on hazard assessment and remediation of the disturbed environment, including stabilization of contaminated soils and phytoremediation, and will help scientists and public authorities formulate answers to the daily challenges related to the restoration of contaminated land. Provides a thorough overview of the processes operating on mining-devastated areas, as well as origin, distribution, and deactivation of harmful elements Includes outcomes and recommendations of the Global Mining Initiative that are widely regarded as the code of conduct in the minerals industry Contains global case studies that elucidate various aspects of assessment and restoration of mine-contaminated land

Author : Shuqing An,Jos T. A. Verhoeven
Publisher : Springer
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2019-07-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030148614

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Wetlands: Ecosystem Services, Restoration and Wise Use by Shuqing An,Jos T. A. Verhoeven Pdf

This volume explores major wetland ecosystem services, such as climate cooling and water quality improvement, and discusses the recent wetland conservation and restoration activities in China and neighboring countries. The role of wetlands in either cooling or warming the climate is analyzed as the net balance between carbon sequestration and emissions of methane and nitrous oxide. Wetlands start off having a net warming effect on the climate but in time switch to net cooling. Further, they remove 40% of the N and P from run-off and groundwater flow in agricultural areas, but wetlands need to amount to 10% of the total catchment area to make a difference. Reflecting on the recent large investment in wetland ecological studies in China and neighboring countries, the book addresses invasive species in coastal wetlands as well as the protection and wise use of tidal flats around the Yellow Sea. It also presents promising regional case studies on wetland restoration. The book is intended for academics, students and practitioners in the field of wetland ecology, management and restoration, as well as consultants and professionals working in conservation, wise use and environmental policy.