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Soil Quality and Soil Erosion

Author : Raj Ratta

Publisher : Routledge

Page : 388 pages

File Size : 38,13 MB

Release : 2018-12-18

Category : Science

ISBN : 1351415727

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This work examines the issue of accelerated soil erosion, which has become an increasingly serious concern in the twentieth century. Aspects considered include on-site impact of erosion; application of soil science to problems of non-agricultural uses of soil, such as mineland restoration, urban uses and disposal of urban wastes; soil contamination and pollution by industrial activities; and athletic and recreational uses of soil. Soil Quality and Soil Erosion will be a useful text for soil scientists, agronomists, foresters, and environmental scientists as we enter the next century.



Soil erosion: the greatest challenge for sustainable soil management

Author : Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Publisher : Food & Agriculture Org.

Page : 104 pages

File Size : 11,44 MB

Release : 2019-05-16

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 9251314268

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Despite almost a century of research and extension efforts, soil erosion by water, wind and tillage continues to be the greatest threat to soil health and soil ecosystem services in many regions of the world. Our understanding of the physical processes of erosion and the controls on those processes has been firmly established. Nevertheless, some elements remain controversial. It is often these controversial questions that hamper efforts to implement sound erosion control measures in many areas of the world. This book, released in the framework of the Global Symposium on Soil Erosion (15-17 May 2019) reviews the state-of-the-art information related to all topics related to soil erosion.





Soil Erosion

Author : Klaus F. Alt

Publisher :

Page : 8 pages

File Size : 40,18 MB

Release : 1989

Category : Soil erosion

ISBN :

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Productivity Effects of Cropland Erosion in the United States

Author : Pierre R. Crosson

Publisher : Routledge

Page : 120 pages

File Size : 38,64 MB

Release : 2016-03-17

Category : Nature

ISBN : 1317310489

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In the 1970’s, agriculture in the United States seemed to be booming. With an extra demand for crops, extra acres were taken on to increase production which was predicted to increase further with an ever-growing population. However, concerns were beginning to be raised over the adequacy of land for crops as potential croplands began to be converted into urban areas as well as the effects of soil erosion decreasing the quality of these croplands. Originally published in 1983, this study investigates the threats to crop productivity in the U.S. with a focus on human-made problems. This title will be of interest to students of environmental studies.





Soil Erosion

Author : António Vieira

Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand

Page : 153 pages

File Size : 45,20 MB

Release : 2021-05-12

Category : Technology & Engineering

ISBN : 1839622997

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Soil erosion is a major environmental issue with a worldwide impact and direct and indirect effects on soil productivity and consequently on human survival. Although a natural process, soil erosion has increased significantly due to human intervention, especially in the last centuries, through diverse activities such as intensive agriculture, overgrazing, urban sprawl, deforestation, and industrial and mining activities. Presently, soil erosion and degradation promoted by human action have reached extreme levels, necessitating urgent measures to promote soil conservation and rehabilitation. This book presents perspectives on soil erosion occurring in different parts of the world as well as some successful initiatives and strategies for soil conservation and rehabilitation.