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Soil Science and Management

Author(s): Edward Plaster

ISBN: 9789353507428

6th Edition

Copyright: 2018

India Release: 2023

₹1195

Binding: Paperback

Pages: 540

Trim Size: 279 x 216 mm

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This non-technical, reader-friendly book details all aspects of effective soil usage, including management techniques, composition, fertility, erosion, conservation,and irrigation in this practical guide. This edition highlights horticultural uses of soil as well as the latest green methodologies in both agricultural and horticultural practice from the perspective of farmers, horticulturalists, environmentalists and others who are concerned about how soils work and how they can be used most effectively. This edition further examines nutrient management and best practices with the latest updates on legal issues and government programs that make it a useful resource now and invaluable reference for the future.

 

  • This edition places a greater emphasis on horticultural uses of soils, particularly those used in landscape horticulture. The book further emphasizes urban horticulture with detailed discussion on the biological, physical and chemical aspects of soils.
  • Students are introduced to LEED building certification, and its relevance to soil use in construction. This edition also presents expanded content about soil in natural ecosystems and the relationship of soil to climate change. Students study organic and sustainable practices with added analysis on landscaping and on water conservation use.
  • This edition also presents new content related to the soil conservation titles and programs included in the latest farm bill.

 

1. The Importance of Soil.

2. Soil Origin and Development.

3. Soil Classification and Survey.

4. Physical Properties of Soil.

5. Life in the Soil.

6. Organic Matter.

7. Soil Water.

8. Water Conservation.

9. Drainage and Irrigation.

10. Soil Fertility.

11. Soil pH and Salinity.

12. Plant Nutrition.

13. Soil Sampling and Testing.

14. Fertilizers.

15. Organic Amendments.

16. Tillage and Cropping Systems.

17. Horticultural Uses of Soil.

18. Soil Conservation.

19. Urban Soil.

20. Government Agencies and Programs.


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Edward Plaster

Edward Plaster has taught horticulture and soil science for more than 30 years. He belongs to the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) and the Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS).