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OverviewThe 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. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Patrice DionPublisher: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Imprint: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K Edition: 2010 ed. Volume: 21 Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 0.522kg ISBN: 9783642262616ISBN 10: 3642262619 Pages: 350 Publication Date: 04 May 2012 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsReviewsFrom the reviews: Soil Biology and Agriculture in the Tropics examines the explosion of knowledge about soil microbiology and its importance to agriculture in tropical soils. ... Those interested in soil microbiology, but not knowing where to begin, will find the book most helpful. ... timely and well-referenced book that introduces the reader to the burgeoning field of soil microbiology, emphasizing tropical soils that have been converted to agriculture. If you are interested in the topic, the book will save you hundreds of hours perusing the primary literature. (Joseph B. Yavitt, Biotropica, 2010) From the reviews: Soil Biology and Agriculture in the Tropics examines the explosion of knowledge about soil microbiology and its importance to agriculture in tropical soils. Those interested in soil microbiology, but not knowing where to begin, will find the book most helpful. timely and well-referenced book that introduces the reader to the burgeoning field of soil microbiology, emphasizing tropical soils that have been converted to agriculture. If you are interested in the topic, the book will save you hundreds of hours perusing the primary literature. (Joseph B. Yavitt, Biotropica, 2010) Author InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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