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OverviewSince 1985, the University of Hohenheim, Germany, in collaboration with the ICRISAT Sahelian Center, Niger, has pursued the development of improved agricultural systems for smallholder farmers in the fragile agricultural ecosystem of the West African Sahel. Wind erosion is one of the constraints that limits crop production in the region and was therefore a major focus of research. In this book, scientists from different disciplines work together to present a holistic view of this crucial problem and offer possible solutions to farmers in the region. This book is intended for researchers and institutions focusing on sustainable agriculture in the West African Sahel, as well as in other parts of the world where wind erosion affects agricultural production. A deliberate effort has been made to ensure that the book should be comprehensible to a broad readership, including applied researchers, extension specialists, development workers and students working in the field of soil degradation and desertification, as well as national and international policymakers. Those involved in the planning and execution of natural resource protection programs, especially in West Africa, should also gain insights from this book. The book is written in English; the abstracts and the summary chapter are also given in French. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Andreas A.C. Buerkert , B.E. Allison , M. von OppenPublisher: Springer Imprint: Springer Edition: 1996 ed. Volume: 67 Dimensions: Width: 15.50cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 23.50cm Weight: 0.646kg ISBN: 9780792338857ISBN 10: 0792338855 Pages: 280 Publication Date: 30 September 1996 Audience: Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of stock  The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available. Table of Contents1 Introduction.- 1.1 Climate of Niger Le climat au Niger.- 1.2 Soils of Western Niger Les sols de l’ouest du Niger.- 1.3 Farming Systems in Niger Systèmes d’exploitation agricoles au Niger.- 2 Extent And Implications Of Wind Erosion And Dust Transport.- 2.1 Origin, Deposition, and Composition of Dust, and Consequences for Soil and Site Properties with Special Reference to the Semi-arid Regions of West Africa Origine, déposition et composition de la poussière et conséquences sur les propriétés du sol et du site tout particulièrement pour les régions sémi-arides d’Afrique de l’Ouest.- 2.2 Wind Erosion and Wind Erosion Effects on the Growth and Development of Pearl Millet L’érosion éolienne et ses effets sur la croissance et le développement du petit mil.- 3 Control Measures For Wind Erosion.- 3.1 Effects of Natural Savannah Windbreaks and Soil Ridging on Wind Erosion and Growth of Cowpea and Millet Effets des brise-vent naturels de savane et du buttage du sol sur l’érosion éolienne et la croissance du niébé et du petit mil.- 3.2 Effects of Planted Windbreaks on Wind Erosion and Millet Growth, and Biomass Production of the Windbreaks Les effets de la plantation de brise-vent sur l’érosion éolienne, la croissance du petit mil, et la production de biomasse des brise-vent.- 3.3 Anti-erosive, Soil Physical, and Nutritional Effects of Crop Residues Effets anti-érosifs et effets physiques et nutritionnels des résidus de récoltes sur le sol.- 3.4 Effects of Different Rates of Crop Residue Application on Wind Erosion, Soil Properties, and Millet Growth Effets de l’utilisation de résidus de récoltes en quantités différentes sur l’érosion éolienne, les caractéristiques du sol et la croissance du petit mil.- Plates.- 4 Socio-EconomicEvaluation of Wind Erosion and Control Measures.- 4.1 Financial Analysis of Seven Planted Windbreaks Analyse financière de sept brise-vent plantés.- 4.2 An Economie Evaluation of the Use of Millet Crop Residues from a Farming Systems Perspective Une évaluation économique de l’utilisation de résidus de récoltes de mil dans l’optique d’un système de production.- 4.3 Farmers’ Perceptions about Wind Erosion and Its Control Les savoirs paysans relatifs à l’érosion éolienne et sa maîtrise.- 5 Summary and Outlook.- Summary and Outlook.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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