Metal Toxicity in Agriculture Crops: Emerging Trends

Book Details

• Authors: Prasann Kumar & Shipa Rani Dey

• Publisher: Scientific Publishers

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st Edition, 2021

• ISBN: 9789389832976

• E-ISBN: 9789389832990

• Binding: Hardcover

• Pages: 492

• Size: 6.25 x 9.40 x 1.30 inches

• Weight: 864 grams

• Book Type: Reference Book

About the Book

This book provides a comprehensive examination of the current state of knowledge and scientific advances related to the impact of heavy metal toxicity on crops. It addresses the critical issue of land and water contamination due to heavy metals, including cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), nickel (Ni), and chromium (Cr), and focuses on how soil amendments can be used to remediate these toxins and restore agricultural productivity.

Key topics include:

• Heavy Metal Toxicity in Crops
  The book explores the detrimental effects of heavy metals on crop health, soil quality, and agricultural sustainability.

• Land Revitalization, Clean-Up, and Revegetation
  It provides a thorough review of techniques for revitalizing contaminated land, using soil amendments and other strategies for long-term remediation and crop health recovery.

• Low-Cost, Energy-Neutral Soil Amendments
  Special emphasis is given to low-cost, energy-neutral amendments that are sustainable and effective in addressing heavy metal toxicity.

• Ameliorative Effects of Supplementary Amendments
  The book discusses the positive effects of various amendments in reducing the impact of heavy metals, focusing on practical applications for farmers.

Key Features:

• Detailed exploration of heavy metal toxicity in crops and its impact on soil and water resources.

• Focus on sustainable, low-cost remediation strategies using soil amendments.

• Targeted to agricultural scientists, environmental scientists, research scholars, consultants, and policymakers.

• Ideal for students and professionals in Plant Physiology, Agronomy, Soil Science, Genetics, Plant Breeding, Food Science, Pathology, and related fields.

This book is an essential resource for anyone working in the field of environmental science, agricultural remediation, or soil health, offering practical solutions and scientific insights into managing heavy metal toxicity in agriculture.