Advances in Soil and Water ConservationAdvances in Soil and Water Conservation provides an in-depth, scholarly treatment of the most important developments and influences shaping soil and water conservation in the last 50 years. The book addresses the technological developments of erosion processes, methods for their control, policy and social forces shaping the research agenda, and future directions. Topics covered include: The historical foundation, the focus on key developments, the depth of treatment and thorough documentation, and the orientation to the future make Advances in Soil and Water Conservation a superlative resource for all persons in the field. |
Contents
Understanding and Controlling of Soil Erosion by Rainfall | 1 |
Understanding and Managing IrrigationInduced Erosion | 21 |
Mechanics Modeling and Controlling Soil Erosion by Wind | 39 |
Soil Management Research for Water Conservation and Quality | 69 |
Agricultural Technology and Adoption of Conservation Practices | 99 |
The Connection Between Soil Conservation and Sustainable | 185 |
Soil Science in the NextHalf Century | 219 |
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