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Conservation and Improvement of Sloping Lands, Volume 3

Author: P. J. Storey

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2011-02-01

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 1439848734

Volume 3 takes the subject of better land husbandry further. The book first points out the sort of things which have been, and are being used, but are failing to deliver what is required. It then explains the causes of erosion, the theory and practice of soil and water conservation, and practical and lasting ways to construct terraces, including such details as how to build different kinds of terrace walls. Nothing grows from the top down, as also with soil improvement. It explains in detail the way of achieving practical and sustainable soil and water conservation, practical ways in which farmers can themselves make and use practical and lasting ways to construct terraces, including such details as how to build different kinds of terrace walls.

Conservation and Improvement of Sloping Lands, Vol. 2

Author: P J Storey

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13:

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This book looks at how soil develops, what makes fertile soil, and what spoils soil. Recognizing and treating mineral deficiencies, it presents the ways to improve soil texture and to improve the soil management.

Conservation and Improvement of Sloping Lands, Vol. 1

Author: P J Storey

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 340

ISBN-13:

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Presents methods for encouraging sustainable soil and water management in rural parts of the world. Drawing on his experiences in Taiwan and Nepal, the author discusses mulches, crop rotations, companion planting of vegetables, composting, classes of slope land, and terracing to prevent erosion. He suggests bamboo as a crop plant, and identifies species of grasses and legumes for planting in water diversions. The book is distributed in the US by Enfield. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR.