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Advances in Agronomy

  • 1st Edition, Volume 124 - January 9, 2014
  • Latest edition
  • Editor: Donald L. Sparks
  • Language: English

Advances in Agronomy continues to be recognized as a leading reference and a first-rate source for the latest research in agronomy. As always, the subjects covered are varied… Read more

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Description

Advances in Agronomy continues to be recognized as a leading reference and a first-rate source for the latest research in agronomy. As always, the subjects covered are varied and exemplary of the myriad of subject matter dealt with by this long-running serial.

Key features

  • Maintains the highest impact factor among serial publications in agriculture
  • Presents timely reviews on important agronomy issues
  • Enjoys a long-standing reputation for excellence in the field

Readership

Professionals, researchers, students, and government involved in agronomy, crop & soil sciences, plant science, and environmental sciences

Table of contents

Contributors
Preface
Chapter One: Opportunities and Challenges of Soil Carbon Sequestration by Conservation Agriculture in China
Abstract

1 Introduction

2 CA in China

3 Effects of CA in China

4 Potential and Opportunities for CA and SOC Research

5 Conclusions

Acknowledgments

Chapter Two: A Meta-Analysis and Review of Plant-Growth Response to Humic Substances: Practical Implications for Agriculture
Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Meta-Analysis

3 Plant-Growth Response to HS: Moderating Factors

4 Practical Use of HS in Agriculture

5 Knowledge Gaps and Research Needs

6 Conclusions

Acknowledgments

Appendix A. Study References for SDW Data used in the Meta-Analysis

Appendix B. Study References for RDW Data used in the Meta-Analysis

Chapter Three: Properties and Management of Acid Sulfate Soils in Southeast Asia for Sustainable Cultivation of Rice, Oil Palm, and Cocoa
Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Formation and Properties of Acid Sulfate Soils in Southeast Asia

3 Management of Acid Sulfate Soils for Rice Cultivation

4 Management of Acid Sulfate Soil for Oil Palm Cultivation

5 Management of Acid Sulfate Soil for Cocoa Cultivation

6 Summary and Conclusions

Acknowledgment

Chapter Four: Plant Responses to Limited Moisture and Phosphorus Availability: A Meta-Analysis
Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Complexity and Limitations of the Current Literature

3 Dry Soil Restricts P Movement and P Uptake by Plants

4 Effects of Moisture and P Limitation on Shoot Processes

5 Effects of Moisture and P Limitation on Root Processes

6 Effects of Moisture and P Limitation on Soil P Dynamics

7 Influence of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi

8 Hydraulic Redistribution

9 Limitations of Laboratory Studies

10 Concluding Remarks

Acknowledgments

Chapter Five: Elicitation: An Underutilized Tool in the Development of Medicinal Plants as a Source of Therapeutic Secondary Metabolites
Abstract

1 Introduction

2 Classification of Elicitors

3 Elicitation in Whole Medicinal Plants

4 Role of Elicitation in Agricultural Development of Medicinal Plants

5 Currently Utilized Elicitors

6 Conclusion

Acknowledgments

Index

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Volume: 124
  • Published: January 9, 2014
  • Language: English

About the editor

DS

Donald L. Sparks

DONALD L. SPARKS is the Unidel S. Hallock du Pont Chair and Francis Alison Professor at the University of Delaware. He is internationally recognized for his research in the areas of kinetics of biogeochemical processes and surface chemistry of natural materials. His research has focused on fate and transport of trace metals in soil and water, soil remediation, water quality, and carbon sequestration in soils. Dr. Sparks is the author of two previous editions of Environmental Soil Chemistry and more than 350 refereed papers and book chapters. He is fellow of five scientific societies, and he has been the recipient of major awards and lectureships including the Geochemistry Medal from the American Chemical Society, the Liebig Medal from the International Union of Soil Sciences, the Einstein Professorship from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Philippe Duchaufour Medal from the European Geosciences Union. Dr. Sparks served as president of the Soil Science Society of America and the International Union of Soil Sciences, has served on advisory committees for several national laboratories and national and international centers and institutes, and served as chair of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences (NAS) Committee for Soil Sciences and other NAS Committees.
Affiliations and expertise
Director, Delaware Environmental Institute, University of Delaware, Newark, DE, USA

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