Soil and Drought: Basic Processes

This book provides a comprehensive overview of drought and global warming, discussing their causes, effects, and potential solutions. It is particularly timely given the recent COP 26 in Glasgow and agricultural policy considerations in the US. The book will serve as a valuable resource for university students, researchers, academic staff, commercial food giants, and innovative farmers interested in sustainable agriculture production.

Format: Hardback
Length: 290 pages
Publication date: 29 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

First timely publication on drought and global warming:

Climate change is a pressing issue that affects us all, and drought is one of its most visible manifestations. This book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of drought, its causes, effects, and potential solutions.

Drought is a natural phenomenon that occurs when a region experiences a shortage of rainfall for an extended period of time. It can have devastating consequences for agriculture, ecosystems, and human populations. The effects of drought can be wide-ranging, including crop failure, water scarcity, soil erosion, and livestock loss.

One of the primary causes of drought is climate change. As the Earth's climate continues to warm, it leads to changes in precipitation patterns and temperature extremes. This can result in less frequent and more intense rainfall, which can lead to drought conditions.

In addition to climate change, other factors can contribute to drought. These include human activities such as deforestation, over-farming, and urbanization. Deforestation reduces the amount of carbon dioxide that trees can absorb, which can lead to increased greenhouse gas emissions and global warming. Over-farming can lead to soil erosion and depletion of nutrients, which can reduce the productivity of agricultural land. Urbanization can lead to increased water demand and pollution, which can reduce the availability of water for agriculture and other uses.

Despite the devastating consequences of drought, there are several potential solutions. These include conservation agriculture, regenerative agriculture, soil health farming, carbon farming, and organic farming. Conservation agriculture focuses on reducing soil erosion and preserving soil health by using techniques such as crop rotation, cover crops, and minimal tilling. Regenerative agriculture focuses on restoring the health of the soil by using practices such as composting, crop rotation, and minimal tilling. Soil health farming focuses on improving soil quality and productivity by using practices such as cover crops, crop rotation, and minimal tilling. Carbon farming focuses on reducing greenhouse gas emissions by using practices such as crop rotation, cover crops, and minimal tilling. Organic farming focuses on using natural and organic methods to produce food and other products.

This book will serve as a valuable resource for university students, researchers, and academic staff. It will provide a comprehensive understanding of drought, its causes, effects, and potential solutions. It will also serve as a reference for "commercial food giants" and various aspects of providing training for farmers on types of "sustainable agriculture production" that would include Conservation Agriculture, regenerative agriculture, soil health farming, carbon farming, and organic farming being promoted today. The book would also serve as a reference for innovative farmers already advanced in aspects of sustainable agriculture.

In conclusion, drought is a pressing issue that affects us all. This book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of drought, its causes, effects, and potential solutions. By understanding the causes of drought and implementing sustainable agriculture practices, we can mitigate the effects of drought and create a more sustainable future for ourselves and future generations.

Weight: 730g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032286747