Advances in Soil Science: Soil Restoration Volume 17

Cronk, J.K.; Curry, J.P.; Dent, D.; Frankenberger, W.T.; Good, J.A.; Goswami, N.N.; Hons, F.M.; Hossner, L.R.; Lal, R.; Logan, T.J.; Mitsch, W.J.; Nimlos, T.J.; Prasad, R.; Sopper, W.E.; Stewart, B.A.; Thompson-Eagle, E.T.

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.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2011-09-28

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781461276845

DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4612-2820-2

Dimensions: 235.0cm x155.0cm

Pages: 456.0