Environment & Agriculture

Detailing research supported by the U.S. Marine Corps, this text presents a study of an undeveloped area being impacted by overall regional development. Through this example, the authors explain geographic vulnerability analysis, which takes into consideration possible scenarios about how and when f..

This volume consists of two parts, there are a total of 14 chapters including 6 chapters dealing with cold accumulation related topics, 6 dealing with freeze stress and 2 related to ethylene production and mefluidide protection...

This volume reviews the history of maize growing, the kinds of soil needed for its growth and soil organic matter, the physiology and genetics of maize, nutrient dynamics, and integrated nutrient management. It presents comprehensive discussion on the physicochemical dynamics of the three major nutr..

Exploring the basic considerations relating to soil-water-plant interactions, this book examines methods for soil moisture measurement, evapotranspiration, irrigation systems, tensiometer use and installation, and principles of drip/ micro/ trickle irrigation. The author also discusses filtration sy..

This volume emphasizes sustainable and meaningful methods of irrigation to counter rampant water scarcity. In many parts of the world, this scarcity significantly affects crop yield, crop quality, and, consequently, human quality of life. It presents the best management practices in sustainable micr..

This important book on the culture of the potato presents scientific information for potato growers in an easily accessible format and clear language. Managing the Potato Production System contains all the information needed to harvest a bountiful crop. The book is written specifically for field pro..

Offering operational tools for decision makers based on the knowledge of the nature of soil, this book's discussion of the topics is not only technical and operational, but also in-depth and didactic. It is useful as a valid complement for students majoring in subjects that involve soil use, managem..

Crime mapping and the spatial analysis of crime data are now recognized as powerful tools for the study and control of crime and the demand for detailed crime pattern analysis continues to increase. This book sets out methods used in Geographical Information Systems. It highlights best practices, ex..

The book is divided into three parts that are logically connected. The first part defines the principal characteristics of the subterranean world and describes the microorganisms that live there as well as the environmental constraints they are subjected to. The second part shows how the action of t..

Microwave Radiometry and Remote Sensing of the Earth's Surface and Atmosphere..

Exploring how to make the mineral industry safe, efficient and ecologically sustainable, this thorough text investigates the links between geologic setting, mining and process technologies, economics, environment and stakeholder communities...

The use of simulation models is a necessity and also an aid in the decision-making process in sustainable agricultural systems. Organizing the experimental knowledge of crop production systems without the book keeping and deductive methods of mathematics is very difficult. This book aims to guide re..