Enzyme Activities In Soils As Affected By Long Term Cropping Systems

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Enzyme Activities in Soils as Affected by Long-term Cropping Systems

Author : Daniel Etsey Dodor
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 536 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (516 download)

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Download or read book Enzyme Activities in Soils as Affected by Long-term Cropping Systems written by Daniel Etsey Dodor and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The impacts of crop rotations and N fertilization on the activities of 12 enzymes involved in C, N, and P cycling was studied in soils of two long-term cropping systems at the Northeast Research Center(NERC) in Nashua and the Clarion-Webster Research Center (CWRC) in Kanawha, established 1979 and 1954, respectively, in Iowa. The activities of glycosidases ([alpha]- and [beta]-glucosidases, [alpha]- and [beta]-galactosidases), amidohydrolases (amidase, arylamidase, L-glutaminase, L-asparaginase, L-aspartase), and phosphatases (acid and alkaline phosphatases, and phosphodiesterase) were assayed in soils sampled in 1996 and 1997 from four replicated cropping systems taken in corn, soybean, oats, or meadow (alfalfa) that received 0 or 180 kg N ha−1 before corn. Crop rotations significantly affected enzymes activities in soils at the NERC site in both years, and glycosidases only in soils at the CWRC site. The effect of N fertilization was inconsistent. Greatest activity values were in multicropping systems in meadow or oats, and the least in continuous corn or soybean systems. Enzyme activities were significantly correlated with C[Subscript mic], and arylamidase and amidohydrolases significantly correlated with N[Subscript mic], in both years and sites. The amounts of N mineralized during 24 weeks of incubation at 30°C were significantly correlated with the activities of arylamidase and amidohydrolases at both sites. The activity of arylamidase was also significantly correlated with amounts of N mineralized in soils from six regions of North Central U.S. An alkaline hydrolysis method for determining the total N potentially hydrolyzable in soils was evaluated. It involves determination of the NH4-N produced by direct steam distillation of 1 g field-moist soil and 1M KOH, NaOH, or LiOH or with PO4-B3O-- buffer (pH 11.8) successively every 5 min for 40 min. Calculated total hydrolysable N (N[Subscript max] or N[Subscript o]) values differed among soils, ranging from 401 to 1667 mg kg−1 soil and accounted for 12-56% of organic N in the soils. The N[Subscript max] or N[Subscript o] values obtained with KOH or NaOH were significantly correlated with the values obtained by using selected N mineralization indexes, and with the activities of amidohydrolases and arylamidase in the soils.

Methods of Soil Enzymology

Author : Richard P. Dick
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0891188541
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (911 download)

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Download or read book Methods of Soil Enzymology written by Richard P. Dick and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-01-22 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Methods of Soil Enzymology provides the first comprehensive set of vetted methods for studying enzymes in soils. Readers will especially benefit from the step-by-step explanation of the lab procedures, as well as background information for using these methods effectively and analyzing data. Main topics include activity assays, enzyme extraction, and synthetic enzyme complexes. Each method covered includes background informaton, step-by-step descriptions of the procedure, and special comments regarding nuances, pitfalls, and interpretation of the method. Learn the latest research methods, including enzyme extraction methods and procedures for creating synthetic enzyme complexes, as well as the newest ways to use small-scale and high-throughput methods for enzyme activity assays. Written for the researcher, but welcoming to those new to soil enzymology, the introduction includes conceptual information to orient those who are not familiar with these methods but want to use them. In the tradition of SSSA methods books, Methods of Soil Enzymology features a comprehensive approach with a focus on ease of use.

Effect of Cropping Systems on Microbial Biomass Carbon and Nitrogen, Dehydrogenase Activity, and Fixed Ammonium in Soils

Author : Jennifer Marie Moore
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 424 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (392 download)

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Download or read book Effect of Cropping Systems on Microbial Biomass Carbon and Nitrogen, Dehydrogenase Activity, and Fixed Ammonium in Soils written by Jennifer Marie Moore and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 424 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sustainable agriculture, including cropping systems, has received considerable attention in recent years. Soil management practices may affect the physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils, including microbial biomass C (C[subscript mic]), microbial biomass N (N[subscript mic]), enzyme activities, especially dehydrogenase activity, and (possibly) fixed NH4+. In this work, soil samples were collected in 1996 and 1997 from two long-term cropping systems at the Northeast Research Center (NERC) in Nashua and the Clarion-Webster Research Center (CWRC) in Kanawha, Iowa.

Enzyme Activities in Soils as Affected by Management Practices

Author : Mine Ekenler
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 560 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (528 download)

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Download or read book Enzyme Activities in Soils as Affected by Management Practices written by Mine Ekenler and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Studies were undertaken to investigate the long-term effects of lime application and tillage systems (no-till, ridge-till, and chisel plow) on soil microbial biomass C (C[subscript mic]) and N (N[subscript mic]) and the activities of glycosidases ([alpha]- and [beta]-glucosidases, [alpha]- and [beta]-galactosidases and [beta]-glucosaminidase); phosphatases (acid and alkaline phoshatases and phosphodiesterase); amidohydrolases (L-asparaginase, L-glutaminase, amidase, urease, and L-aspartase); and arylamidase at their optimal pH values. With the exception of acid phosphatase, which was significantly but negatively correlated, all other enzyme activities were significantly and positively correlated with soil pH values at four sites in Iowa. [Delta] activity/[Delta] pH values showed that among the enzymes studied [beta]-glucosidase, L-glutaminase, and acid phosphatase are the most sensitive to pH changes and could be used as tools for monitoring ecosystems health and function. The effect of crop rotations and N fertilization on [beta]-glucosaminidase activity and its relationship to N mineralization were studied in soils of two long-term field experiments in Iowa. The activity of [beta]-glucosaminidase was significantly affected by crop rotations and N fertilization, and was significantly correlated with C[subscript org] and N[subscript org], C[subscript mic], and N[subscript mic] in soils, and with cumulative N mineralized during 24 weeks of incubation at 30°C. Studies to evaluate the effects of 23 trace elements on the activity of [beta]-glucosaminidase in three Iowa surface soils showed that at 5 mmol kg−1 soil, the activity of this enzyme was inhibited by 18, and activated by 5, of the trace elements tested, with Ag(I) and Hg(II) being the most effective inhibitors. Also, the activity of this enzyme was significantly affected by tillage systems (no-till, chisel plow, and moldboard plow) and four residue placements (bare, normal, mulch, and double mulch). Other studies showed that the amounts of N mineralized in 56 surface soils, obtained from six states in the North Central region of the United States, by two biological and three chemical methods were significantly correlated with [beta]-glucosaminidase activity, and with organic C and total N. The amounts of N mineralized during 14 days of incubation of field-moist soils under waterlogged conditions at 30°C were the most significantly correlated with [beta]-glucosaminidase activity (r=0.86***).

Plant Litter

Author : Björn Berg
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3642388213
Total Pages : 324 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (423 download)

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Download or read book Plant Litter written by Björn Berg and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-11-19 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the publication of the 2nd edition, there have been substantial developments in the field of litter decomposition. This fully revised and updated 3rd edition of Plant Litter reflects and discusses new findings and re-evaluates earlier ones in light of recent research and with regard to current areas of investigation. The availability of several long-term studies allows a more in-depth approach to decomposition patterns and to the later stages of decomposition, as well as to humus formation and accumulation. The latest information focuses on three fields: - the effects of manganese on decomposition and possibly on carbon sequestration, - new findings on decomposition dynamics, and - the new analytical technique using 13C-NMR.

Long-Term Farming Systems Research

Author : Gurbir Bhullar
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0128181877
Total Pages : 226 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (281 download)

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Download or read book Long-Term Farming Systems Research written by Gurbir Bhullar and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2020-05-17 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Long-Term Farming Systems Research: Ensuring Food Security in Changing Scenarios presents the legacy and heritage of Long-Term Experiments (LTEs) in Agriculture while also addressing the challenges and potential solutions. The book discusses how LTEs form an important asset in understanding agriculture’s significant influence on life on earth. As global governments and development agencies try to achieve the Global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations, this book’s content is of unprecedented importance, providing insights into the interactions of agricultural production with ecological, economic and societal aspects. In this regard, this book offers a thorough resource of information based on experiences from various ongoing LTEs in different parts of the world. The contextual variety and geographic diversity presented in this book makes it useful for agricultural and environmental scientists, as well as students and educators in such fields. --- From the Editors: "Thanks to the excellent panel of our contributing authors, in this book, we have attempted to offer the widest possible thematic and geographical coverage on LTEs. Experts from different institutions leading LTEs across the globe have provided their perspectives on different aspects of LTEs, not only highlighting the unique knowledge contribution of LTEs, but also discussing the unique challenges of effectively managing LTEs and maintaining their relevance to changing scenarios. We hope that this book will offer something for everyone interested in the history, present and future of our agroecosystem." Provides a comprehensive resource of information generated in various LTEs across the globe, with a focus on various aspects of farming systems, crop management practices, plant, soil and human nutrition as well as on capacity development Presents a holistic view on interactions of agricultural production and its relationship to the environment and society Identifies challenges and lessons learned from different LTEs and provides recommendations for potential solutions

Introduction to the New Statistics

Author : Geoff Cumming
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317483375
Total Pages : 564 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (174 download)

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Download or read book Introduction to the New Statistics written by Geoff Cumming and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2016-10-04 with total page 564 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first introductory statistics text to use an estimation approach from the start to help readers understand effect sizes, confidence intervals (CIs), and meta-analysis (‘the new statistics’). It is also the first text to explain the new and exciting Open Science practices, which encourage replication and enhance the trustworthiness of research. In addition, the book explains NHST fully so students can understand published research. Numerous real research examples are used throughout. The book uses today’s most effective learning strategies and promotes critical thinking, comprehension, and retention, to deepen users’ understanding of statistics and modern research methods. The free ESCI (Exploratory Software for Confidence Intervals) software makes concepts visually vivid, and provides calculation and graphing facilities. The book can be used with or without ESCI. Other highlights include: - Coverage of both estimation and NHST approaches, and how to easily translate between the two. - Some exercises use ESCI to analyze data and create graphs including CIs, for best understanding of estimation methods. -Videos of the authors describing key concepts and demonstrating use of ESCI provide an engaging learning tool for traditional or flipped classrooms. -In-chapter exercises and quizzes with related commentary allow students to learn by doing, and to monitor their progress. -End-of-chapter exercises and commentary, many using real data, give practice for using the new statistics to analyze data, as well as for applying research judgment in realistic contexts. -Don’t fool yourself tips help students avoid common errors. -Red Flags highlight the meaning of "significance" and what p values actually mean. -Chapter outlines, defined key terms, sidebars of key points, and summarized take-home messages provide a study tool at exam time. -http://www.routledge.com/cw/cumming offers for students: ESCI downloads; data sets; key term flashcards; tips for using SPSS for analyzing data; and videos. For instructors it offers: tips for teaching the new statistics and Open Science; additional homework exercises; assessment items; answer keys for homework and assessment items; and downloadable text images; and PowerPoint lecture slides. Intended for introduction to statistics, data analysis, or quantitative methods courses in psychology, education, and other social and health sciences, researchers interested in understanding the new statistics will also appreciate this book. No familiarity with introductory statistics is assumed.

Biological Indicators of Soil Health

Author : Clive Pankhurst
Publisher : Cabi
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 482 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Biological Indicators of Soil Health written by Clive Pankhurst and published by Cabi. This book was released on 1997 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1. Defining and assessing soil health and sustainable productivity 2. The relationship of soil health to ecosystem health 3. Rationale for developing bioindicators of soil health 4. Bioindicators: perspectives and potential for land users, researchers and policy makers 5. Soil microbial biomass, activity and nutrient cycling as indicators of soil health 6. Soil enzyme activities as integrative indicators of soil health 7. Soil microflora as bioindicators of soil health 8. Potential use of plant root pathogens as bioindicators of soil health 9. Soil microfauna as bioindicators of soil health 10. Community structure of soil arthropods as a bioindicator of soil health 11. Can the abundance or activity of soil macrofauna be used to indicate the biological health of soils? 12. Biodiversity of soil organisms as indicators of soil health 13. Biomonitoring of soil health by plants 14. Bioindicators to detect contamination of soils with special reference to heavy metals 15. Chemical and molecular approaches for rapid assessment of the biological status of soils 16. Use of genetically modified microbial biosensors for soil ecotoxicity testing 17. Biological indicators of soil health: synthesis.

Soil Enzyme Activity Under Long-term Fertilizer Use

Author : Asit Mandal
Publisher : LAP Lambert Academic Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9783659403767
Total Pages : 88 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (37 download)

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Download or read book Soil Enzyme Activity Under Long-term Fertilizer Use written by Asit Mandal and published by LAP Lambert Academic Publishing. This book was released on 2013 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This study was undertaken at long-term fertilizer experiment (LTFE) fields of IARI research farm, New Delhi, to assess the effect of long term fertilizer application over 35 years on the activity of selected soil enzymes, nutrient availability and acquisition during three physiological stages of wheat growth. Soil enzymes play a significant role in the transformation of nutrients and their availability to plants. Most of the researchers studied the effect of long-term fertilizer and crop management practices on soil microbial biomass and enzyme activities before or after the crop growing seasons. Since soil enzymes are much influenced by rhizospheric conditions, it is important to understand the level of soil enzyme activities and nutrient availability during various stages of plant growth. Hence this experiment was conducted to assess soil enzyme activity affecting nutrient availability and uptake in wheat due to long-term application of fertilizers and manures.

Distribution of Soil Organic Carbon and Nitrogen Fractions, Enzyme Activities and Microbial Diversity in Temperate Alley Cropping Systems

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Author : Nancy Wangari Mungai
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 190 pages
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Download or read book Distribution of Soil Organic Carbon and Nitrogen Fractions, Enzyme Activities and Microbial Diversity in Temperate Alley Cropping Systems written by Nancy Wangari Mungai and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Environmental concerns over the effects of global warming and the long-term sustainability of conventional agricultural production has stimulated the search for alternative agroecosystems, such as alley cropping, which may lead to greater carbon sequestration and improved soil fertility. Differences in litter composition between crop and tree litter, and microclimate modifications in alley cropping systems may introduce spatial variation in soil organic carbon (SOC) and nitrogen (N) fractions and soil microbial properties. The objectives of this study were: (1) to assess the effects of litter quality, soil properties and microclimate differences on soil C and N mineralization in established alley cropping systems; (2) to determine the spatial variability of soil C and N fractions in these systems; and (3) to evaluate the effects of these systems on spatial differences in soil microbial activity and functional diversity. To address the first objective, microcosm and litterbag experiments were conducted in 2001 and 2002, respectively. Bulk soils were collected from the 0-20 cm depth at three sites: a 21-yr old pecan (Carya illinoinensis)/bluegrass (Poa trivials) intercrop (Pecan site) in north-central Missouri, a 12-yr old silver maple (Acer saccharinum)/soybean (Glycine max) - maize (Zea mays) rotation (Maple site) in northeastern Missouri and a warm season grass restored prairie (MDC site) in southwestern Missouri. Seven litters with varying composition were collected including pecan, silver maple, chestnut and walnut leaf litter (tree litter) and maize, soybean and bluegrass hay residues (crop litter). Aerobic microcosm incubations were maintained at 25°C and a soil water potential of -47 kPa. Crop litter had a narrow C: N ratio (

Marginality

Author : Joachim von Braun
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 9400770618
Total Pages : 388 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (7 download)

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Download or read book Marginality written by Joachim von Braun and published by Springer. This book was released on 2013-08-19 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book takes a new approach on understanding causes of extreme poverty and promising actions to address it. Its focus is on marginality being a root cause of poverty and deprivation. “Marginality” is the position of people on the edge, preventing their access to resources, freedom of choices, and the development of capabilities. The book is research based with original empirical analyses at local, national, and local scales; book contributors are leaders in their fields and have backgrounds in different disciplines. An important message of the book is that economic and ecological approaches and institutional innovations need to be integrated to overcome marginality. The book will be a valuable source for development scholars and students, actors that design public policies, and for social innovators in the private sector and non-governmental organizations.

Soil Enzymology

Author : Girish Shukla
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 3642142257
Total Pages : 392 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (421 download)

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Download or read book Soil Enzymology written by Girish Shukla and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-10-17 with total page 392 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Soil enzymes are one of the vital key mediators involved in nutrient recycling and the decomposition of organic matter and thereby in maintaining soil quality and fertility. This Soil Biology volume covers the various facets of soil enzymes, such as their functions, biochemical and microbiological properties and the factors affecting their activities. Enzymes in the rhizosphere, in forest soils, and in volcanic ash-derived soils are described. Soil enzymes covered include phosphohydrolases, lignocellulose-degrading enzymes, phenol oxidases, fungal oxidoreductases, keratinases, pectinases, xylanases, lipases and pectinases. Several chapters treat the soil enzymatic activities in the bioremediation of soils contaminated with pesticides and pollutants such as oil, chlorinated compounds, synthetic dyes and aromatic hydrocarbons. The role of soil enzymes as bioindicators is a further important topic addressed.

Frontiers in Soil and Environmental Microbiology

Author : Suraja Kumar Nayak
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 0429941048
Total Pages : 367 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (299 download)

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Download or read book Frontiers in Soil and Environmental Microbiology written by Suraja Kumar Nayak and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2020-03-03 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Soil harbours a wide range of microorganisms with biotic potentials which can be explored for social benefits. The book Frontiers in Soil and Environmental Microbiology comprises an overview of the complex inter-relationship between beneficial soil microbes and crop plants, and highlights the potential for utilisation to enhance crop productivity, bioremediation and soil health. The book focusses on important areas of research such as biocide production, pesticide degradation and detoxification, microbial decay processes, remediation of soils contaminated with toxic metals, industrial wastes, and hydrocarbon pollutants. Features Presents the state of the art of microbial research in environmental and soil microbiology Discusses an integrated and systematic compilation of microbes in the soil environment and its role in agriculture and plant growth and productivity Elucidates microbial application in environmental remediation Explores advanced genomics topics for uncultivable microbes of soil

Enzymology of Disturbed Soils

Author : S. Kiss
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080531148
Total Pages : 351 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (85 download)

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Download or read book Enzymology of Disturbed Soils written by S. Kiss and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1998-10-21 with total page 351 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The disturbance of soils, like other phenomena of environmental pollution, encountered in so many areas all over the world, has become a subject of extensive concern and has led to a vast amount of literature in the field of enzymology, too.The book is the first comprehensive and updated review of the enzymological literature on three great categories of disturbed soils, including their remediation. The volume consists of three sections: I. Enzymology of oil-contaminated soils; II. Enzymology of soils affected by industrial emissions; and III, enzymology of technogenic soils. Within each section the reviewed studies are grouped by country.The volume will be of great value to soil scientists, environmental scientists, conservationists, and many other scientists in these and related fields.

Encyclopedia of Soils in the Environment

Author : Daniel Hillel
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (749 download)

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Download or read book Encyclopedia of Soils in the Environment written by Daniel Hillel and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

The Ecophysiology of Plant-Phosphorus Interactions

Author : Philip J. White
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1402084358
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (2 download)

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Download or read book The Ecophysiology of Plant-Phosphorus Interactions written by Philip J. White and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2008-06-03 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Phosphorus (P) is an essential macronutrient for plant growth. It is as phosphate that plants take up P from the soil solution. Since little phosphate is available to plants in most soils, plants have evolved a range of mechanisms to acquire and use P efficiently – including the development of symbiotic relationships that help them access sources of phosphorus beyond the plant’s own range. At the same time, in agricultural systems, applications of inorganic phosphate fertilizers aimed at overcoming phosphate limitation are unsustainable and can cause pollution. This latest volume in Springer’s Plant Ecophysiology series takes an in-depth look at these diverse plant-phosphorus interactions in natural and agricultural environments, presenting a series of critical reviews on the current status of research. In particular, the book presents a wealth of information on the genetic and phenotypic variation in natural plant ecosystems adapted to low P availability, which could be of particular relevance to developing new crop varieties with enhanced abilities to grow under P-limiting conditions. The book provides a valuable reference material for graduates and research scientists working in the field of plant-phosphorus interactions, as well as for those working in plant breeding and sustainable agricultural development.

Sustainable Cropping Systems

Author : Jeffrey A. Coulter
Publisher : MDPI
ISBN 13 : 3039289071
Total Pages : 326 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (392 download)

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Download or read book Sustainable Cropping Systems written by Jeffrey A. Coulter and published by MDPI. This book was released on 2020-05-21 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Global crop production must substantially increase to meet the needs of a rapidly growing population. This is constrained by the availability of nutrients, water, and land. There is also an urgent need to reduce the negative environmental impacts of crop production. Collectively, these issues represent one of the greatest challenges of the twenty-first century. Sustainable cropping systems based on ecological principles are the core of integrated approaches to solve this critical challenge. This special issue provides an international basis for revealing the underlying mechanisms of sustainable cropping systems to drive agronomic innovations. It includes review and original research articles that report novel scientific findings on improvement in cropping systems related to crop yields and their resistance to biotic and abiotic stressors, resource use efficiency, environmental impact, sustainability, and ecosystem services.