Showing results under subject: 'food science'

Chapter Spatial Estimation of Soil Erosion Risk Using RUSLE/GIS Techniques and Practices Conservation Suggested for Reducing Soil Erosion in Wadi Min…

Author:Ahmed Benchettouh, Sihem Jebari, Lakhdar Kour
Publisher:InTechOpen
Abstract: To meet the pressing water needs in Algeria, the state has put in place a strategy consisting of th…

Chapter The Impacts of Soil Degradation Effects on Phytodiversity and Vegetation Structure on Atacora Mountain Chain in Benin (West Africa)

Author:Farris Okou, Achille Assogbadjo, Augustin Sinsi
Publisher:InTechOpen
Abstract: Atacora mountain is a particular ecosystem of West Africa where soil degradation occurs. The presen…

Chapter Research for investigating and managing soil contamination caused by winter maintenance in cold regions

Author:French H.K., van der Zee S.E.A.T.M
Publisher:InTechOpen
Abstract: Diseases & disorders

Chapter Soil Electrical Conductivity as One Possible Tool for Predicting of Cirsium Arvense Infestation Occurrence

Author:Kroulík Milan, Venclova Veronika, Kokošková Dana, Slejska Atoni
Publisher:InTechOpen
Abstract: Pest control

A Visual Atlas for Soil Micromorphologists

Author:Verrecchia Eric P., Trombino Luc
Publisher:Springer Nature
Abstract: This open access atlas is an up-to-date visual resource on the features and structures observed in …

Relating the South African soil taxonomy to the World Reference Base for soil resources

Author:van Huyssteen Cornie
Publisher:UJ Press
Abstract: The South African Taxonomic soil classification system (SAT) is well established and utilised in So…

Soil health: definitions, history, key concepts and hurdles

Author:Wander Michelle M
Publisher:Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
Abstract: This chapter reviews the history and trajectory of soil quality and soil health as global scientifi…

Agricultural practices to improve soil carbon sequestration in rice paddy soils

Author:Ji Song Hyeon, Kim Pil Jo
Publisher:Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
Abstract: Paddy rice systems are characterized by waterlogged conditions with high potential for CH4 emission…

Managing grasslands to optimize soil carbon sequestration

Author:Chabbi Abad, Rumpel C., Klumpp K., Franzluebbers A. J
Publisher:Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
Abstract: In this chapter, we will discuss the effect of different grassland management practices on greenhou…

Microwave Based Weed Control and Soil Treatment

Author:Brodie Graham, Gupta Dorin, Khan Jamal, Foletta Sally, Bootes Natali
Publisher:De Gruyter
Abstract: The Yearbook mirrors the annual activities of staff and visiting fellows of the Maimonides Centre a…
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