As the worlds population grows and demand for food increases, the need for healthy soil becomes more important than ever. This book presents the latest research on some of the most crucial aspects of this area. In the first part, approaches to improving soil fertility and nutrient management are presented through research conducted around the world. Topics covered include mineral and organic fertilization, sustainable crop management through organic matter and cover crops, the effects of broadcast transplanting techniques in no-tillage paddy fields, and the use of indigenous fertilizers in Ghana. In part two, key topics in soil health and land use management are reviewed. Subjects include quantifying soil moisture distribution, nutrient mobility and availability in different irrigation systems, and arsenic behaviour in polluted soils. The book benefits from the diverse global backgrounds of its contributors, and the geographical diversity of the studies presented, which ensure that this is a truly global account of soil health issues. It will be a valuable resource for readers interested in issues of soil health in both developed and developing countries.
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