Soil degradation and its impact on the nutrient content of food
eBook - PDF

Soil degradation and its impact on the nutrient content of food

  1. 271 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Soil degradation and its impact on the nutrient content of food

About this book

Soil degradation poses a significant threat to global food security by reducing the nutrient content of crops. This volume examines the causes and consequences of soil degradation, including erosion, salinization, and nutrient depletion. It explores sustainable practices for restoring soil health and mitigating its effects on food quality, including successful interventions and innovative solutions. This volume is essential for students, researchers, and professionals in agriculture, environmental science, and food systems.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. ABOUT THE AUTHOR
  5. TABLE OF CONTENTS
  6. List of Figures
  7. List of Tables
  8. Preface
  9. Chapter 1 Global Hunger
  10. Chapter 2 The Importance of Soil Quality in Food Production
  11. Chapter 3 What Is a Healthy Soil?
  12. Chapter 4 Conservation Agriculture
  13. Chapter 5 Nutrient Acquisition by Plants
  14. Chapter 6 Soil Composition Influences Nutrient Availability to Plants
  15. Chapter 7 Understanding Nutrient Content in Food
  16. Chapter 8 Link Between Soil Quality and Food Nutrient Content
  17. Chapter 9 Causes and Consequences of Soil Erosion
  18. Chapter 10 Effects of Soil Erosion on Nutrient Levels in Food Crops
  19. Chapter 11 Strategies for Preventing Soil Erosion and Maintaining Nutrient-Rich Harvests
  20. Chapter 12 Soil Health
  21. Chapter 13 The Relationship Between Soil pH and Nutrient Availability
  22. Chapter 14 Effects of Soil pH on Plant Uptake of Nutrients
  23. Chapter 15 Evaluation of Soil Quality
  24. Chapter 16 Biofortification
  25. Chapter 17 Understanding the Role of Soil Microorganisms in Nutrient Cycling
  26. Chapter 18 Impact of Soil Microbiology on Plant Health and Nutrient Content
  27. Chapter 19 Harnessing Soil Microbes for Sustainable Agriculture Practices
  28. Chapter 20 Microbial Enhancement of Plant Nutrient Acquisition
  29. Chapter 21 Differences in Soil Quality Between Organic and Conventional Farming
  30. Chapter 22 Sustainable Agriculture Practices for Maintaining Soil Quality and Nutrient Content
  31. Chapter 23 Impact of Farming Practices on Nutrient Content of Food
  32. Chapter 24 Soil Degradation, a Threat for Food Security?
  33. Chapter 25 Soil Contamination
  34. Chapter 26 Interconnectedness of Soil Health, Plant Health, and Food Nutrient Content
  35. Chapter 27 Improving Food Production and Nutrition Security
  36. Chapter 28 Comparison of Environmental Impact, Nutritional Quality, and Price Among Six Popular Diets
  37. Chapter 29 Policy Implications for Promoting Sustainable Farming Practices
  38. Chapter 30 Small Farmers and Their Contribution to the Alleviation of Food Insecurity
  39. Chapter 31 Future Directions in Understanding the Link Between Soil Quality and Food Nutrient Content
  40. Chapter 32 The Role of AI on Food Production
  41. Conclusion
  42. Bibliography
  43. Index
  44. Back Cover