Soils, Their Properties and Management
Author | : P. E. V. Charman |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | : 498 |
Release | : 2007 |
ISBN-10 | : UOM:39015074059539 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (39 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: "Soils is a practically focused soil science text, designed to give a sound understanding of soils for those studying or working in environmental management, soil conservation or natural resource management. The authors put soils and soil management into a natural resource management context at the broadest level, providing a practical description of soils and their properties. The book examines the different kinds of degradation soils are susceptible to and describes the available soil management and conservation methods." "Land management in Australia has undergone significant changes in recent years. New approaches and concerns have emerged in response to environmental issues and the development of new methodologies. This text explores the relevance of soils to the ecological sustainability of land-use practices, catchment management and the management of water resources."--BOOK JACKET.