Addresses the role of soil organisms and their interactions in relation to: agricultural productivity, nutrient cycling and other soil processes, the maintenance of soil structure and fertility, the impact of human activities and xenobiotics on soil ecosystems and bio(techno)logical control of soil-inhabiting pests, diseases and weeds. A Elsevier Science Journal. Searchable contents, free abstracts, full text for subscribers and information to authors.
Especially focussing on land and water management, soil pollution and remediation, and sustainable primary production. Site offers the Index, Abstracts and a sample issue.
This Springer journal publishes original papers, reviews and short communications fundamental and applied aspects of biology (microflora and microfauna) and fertility (productivity) of soils. Features information for authors and subscribers, the table of contents and abstracts. Full text in PDF and HTML format for subscribors only.
Publishing the findings of research, the description of new techniques, and reviews over the whole field of soil science and its applications. Table of contents, abstracts and full texts in HTML and PDF format.
The articles in this section illustrate the natural processes that affect nutrients once they enter the soil environment, and also show the main sources of each of the key plant nutrients.
Discusses the role of fertilizers in the development of agriculture along with the factors that have an impact on their use by farmers. It deals with the many issued involved in the efficient distribution and marketing of fertilizers. Also available in Arabic, French and Spanish. (PDF format).
IFA publication for download (PDF File). It addresses the role of fertilization in plants in relation to soil characteristics and provides general fertilizer recommendations for selected crops and contains information on soil and plant tissue testing.
Tries to stimulate wide interdisciplinary cooperation and understanding among workers in the different fields of pedology. Searchable database and abstracts. Full text available for subscribers
List of PDF documents available for downloading. Includes "The Canadian System of Soil Classification (3nd Edition)", "Soil Survey Handbook", "Manual for Describing Soils in the Field", "Analytical Methods Manual", "Land Suitability Rating System for Agricultural Crops" and "A Soil Mapping System for Canada"
Searchable and browsable dictionary of soil science terminology from the SSSA. Includes tables, figures and unit conversionfactors. Also available as MSWord dictionary file.
Downloadable Book in PDF Format. It provides the taxonomic keys necessary for the classification of soils in a form that can be easily used in the field. It also explains recent changes in the classification system.
A catalog of scientific resources and media worldwide but especially in German and English: Directories of Soil Sciences Journals; Soil Sciences-related catalogs of scientific search engines; and additional starting points and sites of special interest.
The purpose of this publication is to demonstrate the potential environmental and economical impact of fertilizer distribution and to describe its complexities.
Covers topics such as - Basic Soil Fertility Concepts, Macronutrients, Testing for Nutrients, Manure as a Nutrient Source, Commercial Fertilizers, Legumes and developing a NM Plan
Online reference book. It explains aspects of soil science e.g. function of soil, soil profiles, soil texture, soil formation, organic matter and the interactions between soil and the air and water.
Introduction to journal with instructions for authors and subscription information. List of titles of forthcoming and previus journals. Acces to full text articles (PDF)requieres subscription.
IFA's on-line publication database contains approximately 1000 publications which can be ordered on-line or downloaded. Topics include fertilizer production, technology and distribution, efficient and sustainable crop nutrition. Also includes papers from recent IFA conferences.
Information and other resources about the fertilizers, their production and application provided by the European Fertilizer Manufacturers Association (EFMA). Available in HTML of PDF form.
This Elsevier journal is concerned with the changes in the physical, chemical and biological parameters of the soil environment brought about by soil tillage and field traffic, their effects on both below and above ground environmental quality, crop establishment, root development and plant growth, and the interactions between these various effects. Site contains information for authors and subscribers, a searchable Table of contents and Index. Articles available as PDF files.
This Elsevier journal is a forum for research on soil organisms, their biochemical activities and their influence on the soil environment and plant growth. The Site contains information for authors and subscribers and a searchable Table of Contents and Index. Articles available in HTML and PDF format.
A number of soil and land publications from the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. They include information about soil fertility, lime needs and soil sampling. [PDF File]
Publishes primary research reports and critical reviews of basic and applied soil science. Fully searchable abstracts from past and current volumes plus one full text article per issue. Manuscript preparation and submission instructions. Advertising rates and subscription information.
The methods described are those by the laboratory at the National Soil Survey Center (NSSC). The purpose of this manual is to document methodology and to serve as a reference for the laboratory analyst.
