Advances in agronomy. Volume one hundred twelve / edited by Donald L. Sparks.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Sparks, Donald L.

Series:

Advances in Agronomy

Advances in agronomy, 0065-2113 ; v. 112

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Agronomy.

Agriculture.

Agriculture--Research.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (242 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Amsterdam : Academic Press, 2011.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

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. * 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

Contents:

Front Cover; Agronomy; Copyright; Contents; Contributors; Preface; Chapter 1: A Review of Quantitative Tools for Assessing the Diffuse Pollution Response to Farmer Adaptations and Mitigation...; 1. Introduction; 2. Rationale for Selection of Model Criteria; 3. Conclusions; Appendix Brief Description of Selected Models; References; Chapter 2: Nitrogen Dynamics and Indices to Predict Soil Nitrogen Supply in Humid Temperate Soils; 1. Introduction; 2. Nitrogen Dynamics; 3. Predictors of Soil N Supply in Humid Temperate Regions; 4. Conclusions and Future Work; References

Chapter 3: Biochar Application to Soil...1. Introduction; 2. Properties of Biochar as Affected by Feedstock and Production Technology; 3. Biochar as an Effective Sorbent of Agrochemicals; 4. Agronomic Implications; 5. Environmental Implications; 6. Knowledge Gaps and Research Needs; Acknowledgments; References; Chapter 4: Phytostabilization...; 1. Introduction; 2. The Importance of Bioavailability in Phytostabilization; 3. Phytostabilization Concepts; 4. Processes Involved in Phytostabilization; 5. Factors Affecting Phytostabilization; 6. Advantages and Disadvantages of Phytostabilization

7. Enhancement of Phytostabilization8. Conclusions and Future Research Needs; Acknowledgments; References; Chapter 5: Synergism...; 1. Introduction; 2. Preceding Crop Effect on WUE; 3. Preceding Crop Impact on Tolerance to Weed Interference; 4. Dry Pea Alters the Relationship Between Corn Density and Grain Yield; 5. Possible Causes of Synergism Among Crops; 6. Benefits of Synergism for Crop Production; References; Index

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9786613152633

9781283152631

1283152630

9780123855398

012385539X

OCLC:

775871974