Advances in Agronomy [Hardcover]

Advances in Agronomy, Volume 141 carries on the stellar reputation of this leading reference and first-rate source for the latest research in agronomy. Each volume contains an eclectic group of reviews by leading scientists throughout the world. As always, the subjects covered are rich, varied, and exemplary of the abundant subject matter addressed by this long-running serial.

• Includes numerous, timely, state-of-the-art reviews on the latest advancements in agronomy
• Features distinguished, well recognized authors from around the world
• Builds upon this venerable and iconic review series
• Covers the extensive variety and breadth of subject matter in the crop and soil sciences

1. Long-Term Aging of Biochar: A Molecular Understanding with Agricultural and Environmental Implications S. Mia, F.A. Dijkstra and B. Singh 2. Brazilian Agriculture in Perspective: Great Expectations Versus Reality F.A.O. Camargo, L.S. Silva, G.H. Merten, F.S. Carlos, P.C. Baveye and E.W. Triplett 3. Bio-Intervention of Naturally Occurring Silicate Minerals for Alternative Source of Potassium: Challenges and Opportunities B.B. Basak, B. Sarkar, D.R. Biswas, S. Sarkar, P. Sanderson and R. Naidu 4. Livestock Production and its Impact on Nutrient Pollution and Greenhouse Gas Emissions K. Sakadevan and M.-L. Nguyen 5. Mineral Nutrition of Cocoa: A Review J.A.V. Vliet and K.E. Giller

Highly cited and well established serial review that includes cutting-edge information on topics in the crop and soil sciences

Donald L. Sparks is the S. Hallock du Pont Chair in Soil and Environmental Chemistry, Francis Alison Professor and Director of the Delaware Environmental Institute at the University of Delaware. He is inlĪ