Soil Conservation Technical Handbook

Book Details:

• Authors: D.H. Hicks & T. Anthony

• Publisher: United Book Prints

• Language: English

• Edition: 1st (2020)

• ISBN: 9789383692071

• Binding: Hard Bound

• Pages: 262

• Size: 7.00 x 9.15 inches

• Weight: 670 grams

• Book Type: Textbook

Book Overview:

The Soil Conservation Technical Handbook is a comprehensive resource focused on soil conservation techniques and practices. It offers in-depth knowledge that spans multiple areas of soil conservation and erosion control. The handbook is structured as follows:

• Forms of Erosion:
  The book covers the main forms of erosion that impact soil, including:

  • Mass Movement Erosion

  • Fluvial Erosion

  • Surface Erosion

  • Sediment Erosion

  Each type of erosion is explained with its specific processes and implications for soil health.

• Soil Conservation Techniques:
  A major portion of the book is dedicated to control techniques for these various forms of erosion. The practical control strategies are outlined for application in real-world soil conservation programs.

• Technical Descriptions:
  The handbook includes technical descriptions of the erosion processes, supplemented by references for more detailed study. This makes it a valuable resource for those looking for in-depth knowledge on soil conservation.

• Target Audience:
  The handbook is aimed at:

  • Postgraduate students studying Soil Science, Agronomy, and related fields

  • Agriculturists involved in soil management

  • Soil scientists and practitioners working in soil conservation programs