Soil Fertility and Fertilizers : An Introduction to Nutrient Management

by Havlin, John L.; Tisdale, Samuel L.; Nelson, Werner L.; Beaton, James D.

• ISBN13: 9780130278241
• ISBN10: 0130278246
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780135033739, 9780136268062
• Edition: 7th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-07-23
• Publisher: Prentice Hall
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Summary

Long regarded as the leading book in the field, this volume provides a basic introduction to the biological, chemical, and physical properties affecting soil fertility and plant nutrition. It covers all aspects of nutrient management for profitable crop production, with particular attention to minimizing the environmental impact of soil and fertilizer management. TheSeventh Editionhas been substantially revised to reflect rapidly advancing knowledge and technologies in both plant nutrition and nutrient management.Crop specific data to estimate nutrient status and needs for many diverse products are provided, as well as example calculations that are routinely used in the market make this a comprehensive resource tool. Nutrient management, water use, and economics are all fully covered.Comprehensive discussions of the development and use of nutrient recommendation systems make this an excellent reference and must-read for soil professionals, technical service providers, extension agents, and crop consultants.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Basic Soil-Plant Relationships

Soil Acidity and Alkalinity

Nitrogen

Phosphorus

Potassium

Sulfur, Calcium, and Magnesium

Micronutrients

Soil Fertility Evaluation

Basics of Nutrient Management

Nutrients, Water Use, and Other Interactions

Economics of Plant-Nutrient Use

Agricultural Productivity and Environmental Quality

Index

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