Conservation and Improvement of Sloping Lands, Volume 3
Conservation and Improvement of Sloping Lands, Volume 3

Author: P. J. Storey

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2011-02-01

Total Pages: 376

ISBN-13: 1439848734

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Volume 3 takes the subject of better land husbandry further. The book first points out the sort of things which have been, and are being used, but are failing to deliver what is required. It then explains the causes of erosion, the theory and practice of soil and water conservation, and practical and lasting ways to construct terraces, including su

Conservation and Improvement of Sloping Lands, Vol. 2
Conservation and Improvement of Sloping Lands, Vol. 2

Author: P J Storey

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2024-11-01

Total Pages: 480

ISBN-13: 1040280811

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This book looks at how soil develops, what makes fertile soil, and what spoils soil. Recognizing and treating mineral deficiencies, it presents the ways to improve soil texture and to improve the soil management.

Conservation and Improvement of Sloping Lands, Vol. 1
Conservation and Improvement of Sloping Lands, Vol. 1

Author: P J Storey

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2024-11-01

Total Pages: 549

ISBN-13: 1040289908

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This book offers a positive response to the challenge to both conserve and improve the soil and water situation particularly on sloping lands. It explains how even apparently useless land can be brought into production using locally available resources.

Soil Degradation, Conservation and Remediation
Soil Degradation, Conservation and Remediation

Author: Khan Towhid Osman

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-10-01

Total Pages: 248

ISBN-13: 9400775903

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In view of the grave consequences of soil degradation on ecosystem functions, food security, biodiversity and human health, this book covers the extent, causes, processes and impacts of global soil degradation, and processes for improvement of degraded soils. Soil conservation measures, including soil amendments, decompaction, mulching, cover cropping, crop rotation, green manuring, contour farming, strip cropping, alley cropping, surface roughening, windbreaks, terracing, sloping agricultural land technology (SALT), dune stabilization, etc., are discussed. Particular emphasis is given to soil pollution and the methods of physical, chemical and biological remediation of polluted soils. This book will lead the reader from the basics to a comprehensive understanding of soil degradation, conservation and remediation.

Sustainable Land Use and Rural Development in Southeast Asia: Innovations and Policies for Mountainous Areas
Sustainable Land Use and Rural Development in Southeast Asia: Innovations and Policies for Mountainous Areas

Author: Holger L. Fröhlich

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2013-04-03

Total Pages: 490

ISBN-13: 364233377X

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This book is based on the findings of a long-term (2000-2014) interdisciplinary research project of the University of Hohenheim in collaboration with several universities in Thailand and Vietnam. Titled Sustainable Land Use and Rural Development in Mountainous Areas in Southeast Asia, or the Uplands Program, the project aims to contribute through agricultural research to the conservation of natural resources and the improvement of living conditions of the rural population in the mountainous regions of Southeast Asia. Having three objectives the book first aims to give an interdisciplinary account of the drivers, consequences and challenges of ongoing changes in mountainous areas of Southeast Asia. Second, the book describes how innovation processes can contribute to addressing these challenges and third, how knowledge creation to support change in policies and institutions can assist in sustainably develop mountain areas and people’s livelihoods.

Slope Stability and Erosion Control: Ecotechnological Solutions
Slope Stability and Erosion Control: Ecotechnological Solutions

Author: Joanne E. Norris

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2008-02-29

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 1402066767

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This book aims to assist in choosing ecotechnological solutions for slopes that are prone to a variety of mass movements e.g. shallow failure or erosion. The book reviews the types of problematic slopes that may occur and describes briefly the nature of mass movements and the causes of these movements. There is focus on the use of vegetation to stabilize soil on slopes prone to mass movements. The book also introduces new ecotechnological methods, and case studies are discussed.