Encyclopaedia Of Soil, Plant, Water And Fertilizer Analysis

Farmers strive to grow healthy plants that produce an economic yield while minimizing environmental impact. An important part of farming is providing plants with proper amounts of lime and essential nutrients. Soil testing can be used to indicate if additional nutrients are needed to achieve optimal yield. Applying the correct ratio of nutrients helps achieve desirable yields and quality, while protecting the environment from excess nutrients. Successful vegetable growers use soil testing as a guide to fertilizer management. This book is useful to students, teachers, scientists and analysis studying/working in the field of biological and applied sciences, more specifically, in the fields of soil science, agronomy, horticulture, environmental science, plant science, geology, hydrology, microbiology and forestry. lt will also prove as a tool for soil testing, quality control and research laboratories of related fields. Contents: Sampling and Preparation of Soil, Plant and Water; Soil pH and Electrical Conductivity; Soil Analysis Terms and Testing; Plant Tissue Analysis; Foundation for Practical Application of Plant Analysis; Water Quality Assessment; interpretation of Water Analysis for Livestock Suitability; Comparative Analysis of Fertilizers; Fertilizer Recommendations and Techniques to Maintain Landscapes and Protect Water Quality.