Maize Agroecosystem

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 nutrients: nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. It also examines how fertilizers impinge on soils of maize farms as well as their impact on soil and groundwater quality. The book also highlights the impact of crop genotype on soil nutrient dynamics and productivity.