R. G. McLaren and K. C. Cameron
Soil is one of New Zealand's greatest resources. This new edition of this well-established book introduces the basic soil science theory which is essential for the proper use and maintenance of this resource. it places greater emphasis on sustainable production and environmental protection and
incorporates the new soil classification system. Pedology, soil chemistry and fertility, soil physics and soil management are all covered. Each subject has been placed in a New Zealand context and many specific New Zealand examples are given. Soil science theory is linked with practical soil
management and fertiliser recommendation procedures. The influence of soils on environmental quality is described an emphasis placed on the soil condition affecting plant growth.
List of plates
Foreword
Acknowledgments
1. The soil profile
2. Soil formation
3. Classification and characteristics of New Zealand soils
4. Soil pattern, soil mappings, soil maps and their interpretation
5. The physical and mechanical characteristics of soils
6.
The storage of water in soil
7. Water and solute movement in soils and plants
8. Soil aeration and temperature
9. Management of soil physical conditions
10. Soil organic matter
11. Inorganic soil colloids
12. Ion exchange in soils and soil acidity
13. Nutrient
availablity
14. Soil, plant and fertiliser nitrogen
15. Soil, plant and fertiliser phosphorus
16. Soil, plant and fertiliser sulphur
17. Potassium, calcium , magnesium and sodium
18. Micronutrients
19. Soil fertility and fertiliser management
20. Additional management
considerations for horticultual and forestry soils
21. Soils and the quality of the environment
There are no Instructor/Student Resources available at this time.
R. G. McLaren is at Lincoln University, Canterbury. K. C. Cameron is at Lincoln University, Canterbury.
