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  • Principles of Soil Physicsby Rattan Lal

    Taylor & Francis 2004; US$ 99.95

    Studying the impact of the physical and hydrological properties and processes of soil on agricultural production, the environment and sustainable use of natural resources, this detailed reference provides coverage of issues related to soil physics, structure, hydrology, aeration, temperature and analysis. more...

  • Climate Change and Global Food Securityby Rattan Lal

    CRC Press 2005; US$ 189.95

    In order to feed their burgeoning populations, developing nations will need to double cereal production by 2050. Lal (natural resources, The Ohio State University) collects work by soil scientists and ecologists to explore possible solutions to this impending agricultural crisis. Contributors address the impact of projected climate change on soil q more...

  • Food Security and Environmental Quality in the Developing Worldby Rattan Lal

    CRC Press 2002; US$ 219.95

    Thirty-one contributions, large portions of which focus on India, address issues of food security in areas of the world that are facing massive population growth. Separate sections deal with the state of natural resources; energy needs; biotechnology; and issues pertaining to water. more...

  • Integrated Watershed Management in the Global Ecosystemby Rattan Lal

    Taylor & Francis 1999; US$ 149.95

    Focusing on technical, social, and economic issues involved in watershed management, the author examines land-use practices and soil water resources. The text is based on an international symposium in soil and water conservation, exploring an "ecosystem-based" management approach to the problem. more...

  • Soil Quality and Biofuel Productionby Rattan Lal

    CRC Press 2009; US$ 139.95

    Presents a review of soil properties and processes negatively impacted by crop residue removal. This title outlines the ecological consequences of biofuels and evaluates land use in the production of raw material for biofuel. more...

  • Principles of Sustainable Soil Management in Agroecosystemsby Rattan Lal

    CRC Press 2013; US$ 139.95

    Soil degradation from intensive conventional agriculture has degraded the finite soil base for food security. This volume describes the basic laws of soil management to enhance ecosystem conservation while restoring degraded soils and promoting sustainable use. Chapters cover human dimensions and soil degradation; soil as a nutrient bank; climate change... more...

  • Principles of Soil Conservation and Managementby Humberto Blanco; Rattan Lal

    Springer 2008; US$ 69.99

    Reviews the state-of-knowledge on soil erosion and management. This book discusses soil conservation topics in relation to soil productivity, environment quality, and agronomic production. It addresses the implications of soil erosion with emphasis on global hotspots and synthesizes available from developed and developing countries. more...

  • World Soil Resources and Food Securityby Rattan Lal; B.A. Stewart

    CRC Press 2011; US$ 129.95

    Soil--The Basis of All Terrestrial Life Ancient civilizations and cultures--Mayan, Aztec, Mesopotamian, Indus, and Yangtze--were built on good soils, surviving only as long as soils had the capacity to support them. In the twenty-first century, productive soil is still the engine of economic development and essential to human well-being. The quality... more...

  • Carbon Sequestration in Urban Ecosystemsby Rattan Lal; Bruce Augustin

    Springer 2011; US$ 169.99

    Urbanization drastically alters the ecosystems structure and functions, disrupts cycling of C and other elements along with water. It alters the energy balance and influences climate at local, regional and global scales. In 2008, urban population exceeded the rural population. In 2050, 70 per cent of the world population will live in urban centers.... more...

  • Soil Water and Agronomic Productivityby Rattan Lal; B.A. Stewart

    CRC Press 2012; US$ 139.95

    Crop water use can be increased by management of surface runoff, groundwater, irrigation, and soil water. Technological innovations to enhance availability of water for agricultural crops depend on soil and site-specific conditions. Devoted to the principles and practices of enhancing water use efficiency, Soil Water and Agronomic Productivity addresses... more...