Soil and Plant Analysis

Author: C.S. Piper
Publisher: Scientific Publishers
Language: English
Edition: 1st Edition (2019)
ISBN: 9788172336202
E-ISBN: 9789386237538
Binding: Hard Bound
Pages: 368
Size: 5.70 x 8.70 x 1.50 inches
Weight: 590 grams

Description:
The primary motivation for writing this book is to address the increasing need for understanding the basic philosophy of soil and plant analysis as a key factor in sustained agricultural productivity. This book stands as one of the first comprehensive attempts to present both physical and chemical analysis methods for soils, alongside plant analysis, within a single volume.

The book serves as a resource for teaching, routine soil and plant analysis for advisory purposes, and specific basic research. It includes non-routine methods of soil and plant analysis, special techniques, and apparatus. Each chapter starts with a brief overview of the theoretical background behind the analysis, followed by practical steps, including sampling, ensuring accuracy, and interpreting results. The analytical methods discussed are chosen with the facilities of average soil and plant analysis laboratories in mind, and prioritize procedures that require simple apparatus and commonly available reagents.

This book is expected to be valuable for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as researchers both in India and internationally.