Lecture Notes on the Major Soils of the World

Lecture Notes on the Major Soils of the World
Author: P. M. Driessen
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN (FAO)
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2001
Genre: Science
ISBN:

These lecture notes describe the major soils of the world and their properties, genetic formation, regional distribution, their management and associated land use. The World Reference Base for Soil Resources (WRB) is used throughout the text, as the basis for a universal classification system for soil correlation. The aim of the publication is to make the WRB accessible to young scientists. It is intended to facilitate the study of soils and the exchange of soil information, and provides a common language for soil science.

Advances in Agronomy

Advances in Agronomy
Author: Donald L. Sparks
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 422
Release: 2008-09-22
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0123743605

Advances in Agronomy continues to be recognized as a leading reference and a first-rate source for the latest research in agronomy. As always, the subjects covered are varied and exemplary of the myriad of subject matter dealt with by this long-running serial. Maintains the highest impact factor among serial publications in agriculture Presents timely reviews on important agronomy issues Enjoys a long-standing reputation for excellence in the field

World Soil Resources

World Soil Resources
Author: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Publisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
Total Pages: 76
Release: 1993
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9789251033944

Soil Classification

Soil Classification
Author: Hari Eswaran
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 243
Release: 2002-12-26
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1000611132

Developments in soil classification have accompanied parallel progress in our understanding of the soil system. However the theories behind the classifications and the purposes for which they were created have changed over time. The editors hope that this comprehensive synthesis will help to rally soil scientists around the world to develop an acce

Water Quality, Soil and Managing Irrigation of Crops

Water Quality, Soil and Managing Irrigation of Crops
Author: Teang Shui Lee
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2012-03-28
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9535104268

The book entitled Water Quality, Soil and Managing Irrigation of Crops comprises three sections, specifically: Reuse Water Quality, Soil and Pollution which comprises five technical chapters, Managing Irrigation of Crops with four, and Examples of Irrigation Systems three technical chapters, all presented by the respective authors in their own fields of expertise. This text should be of interest to those who are interested in the safe reuse of water for irrigation purposes in terms of effluent quality and quality of urban drainage basins, as well as to those who are involved with research into the problems of soils in relation to pollution and health, infiltration and effects of irrigation and managing irrigation systems including basin type of irrigation, as well as the subsurface method of irrigation. The many examples are indeed a semblance of real world irrigation practices of general interest to practitioners, more so when the venues of these projects illustrated cover a fair range of climate environments.

Soils of Volcanic Regions in Europe

Soils of Volcanic Regions in Europe
Author: Ólafur Arnalds
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 648
Release: 2007-03-06
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3540487115

This book compiles information gained by an EU research network over six years of research on European volcanic soils. It gives comprehensive coverage of soils in volcanic regions within Europe, dealing with most aspects of modern day soil science. New methodology is introduced and the synthesis of the research casts a new light on soils with andic soil properties.

The Avocado

The Avocado
Author: Bruce A. Schaffer
Publisher: CABI
Total Pages: 604
Release: 2013
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1845937015

This book is comprised of 15 chapters covering principles and basic understanding in avocado science, technology, best management practices and postharvest aspects. It is aimed at avocado researchers, libraries, teachers and academics, students, advisers, cutting edge growers and industry support personnel. Topics discussed include the history, distribution, uses, taxonomy, botany, genetics, breeding, ecology, reproductive biology, ecophysiology, cultivars and rootstocks, propagation, biotechnology, irrigation and mineral nutrition, crop management, foliar, fruit and soil-borne diseases, insect and mite pests and harvesting, packing, postharvest technology, transport and processing.

Soils and Food Security

Soils and Food Security
Author: Ronald E. Hester
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry
Total Pages: 250
Release: 2012
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1849734267

As an ecosystem service, soil also serves to capture nutrients and sequester carbon, and these issues are discussed in the context of adding value to soil protection. The influence of modern agricultural techniques in enhancing soil productivity is also discussed. Throughout the book case studies support the discussion.