Standard Methods for Analysis of Soil Plant and Water

Book Details:

• Authors: I.C. Gupta, N.P.S. Yaduvanshi, S.K. Gupta

• Publisher: Scientific Publishers

• Language: English

• Edition: 1 (2024)

• ISBN: 9788172337902

• E-ISBN: 9789386347800

• Binding: Hard Bound

• Pages: 224

• Size: 6.50 x 9.50 inches

• Weight: 530 grams

Book Overview:

Land, water, and plants are fundamental resources for mankind, yet their availability per capita is steadily declining due to rapid population growth and environmental degradation. This has resulted in lower productivity from these vital resources, affecting both the environment and the quality of crops consumed by humans and animals.

To tackle this issue, agencies like the Central Water Commission, Central Pollution Control Board, and various state governments have been monitoring these resources through limited networks, often providing soil and water health cards to the farming community to ensure better tracking of these resources. However, a significant gap remains in interpreting the analytical results, especially for salt-affected soils and waters, which require specialized management strategies for optimal productivity.

This book compiles essential knowledge on the sampling procedures and the physical, chemical, and biological analysis required to monitor soil and water health. It specifically focuses on the reclamation and management of salt-affected soils and poor-quality waters. The book goes beyond the basic procedures found in other texts by offering exhaustive interpretations of analytical results and their practical applications, illustrated with real-life examples.

The book provides a comprehensive guide that will help readers—from novice farmers to experienced professionals—understand the steps involved in soil and water analysis, diagnose problems, and implement appropriate measures to reverse degradation processes. It is an invaluable resource for researchers, students, professionals, and anyone involved in soil, water, and plant analysis, especially in the context of environmental and agricultural sciences.