Advances in Soil Science: Soil Restoration: 17 - Softcover

B. A. Stewart, Rattan Lal

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1461276845 ISBN 13: 9781461276845

Verlag: Springer New York, 1992

Über diesen Titel

Reseña del editor

Soil degradation is clearly one of the most pressing problems facing man­ kind. A continuation of soil degradation will eventually lead to a loss in crop productivity even though fertilizers and other inputs often result in increased yields in the short term. Soil degradation also leads to environ­ mental pollution. A decrease in soil quality invariably leads to a decrease in water quality, and often in air quality. While there is a clear consensus that soil degradation is a major problem, the literature on this subject leaves numerous baffling questions. If statis­ tics on land degradation are correct, there is a definite cause for concern, and present a mammoth challenge for agricultural scientists. There are those that say the scientific community has over dramatized this issue, and created a credibility problem. Consequently; Volume 11 of Advances in Soil Science was organized by Dr. Rattan Lal who is recognized as a lead­ ing authority on the subject. The objective of Volume 11 was to assess the types and processes of soil degradation and establish some of the major cause-effect relationships. Volume II documented the seriousness of soil degradation in many parts of the world. Therefore, it seemed immediately important to devote a volume to the principles and technologies for restor­ ing degraded soils to a productive status. While the land resources are limited, world population is rapidly increasing, particularly in developing countries. Dr.

Reseña del editor

The degradation of soil through the action of man, such as in agriculture, chemical pollution and mining, and through natural systems of erosion and volcanic activity, is of serious concern throughout the world. This book examines both the mechanisms of soil degradation and the methods by which this soil can be restored to its original condition. Soil scientists, agronomists, and environmental scientists involved in the practice of soil restoration will find this book to be an invaluable reference.

Über diese Auflage

• Verlag: Springer New York
• Erscheinungsdatum: 1992
• ISBN 10: 1461276845
• ISBN 13: 9781461276845
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Anzahl der Seiten: 472