Over the last decades, tremendous advances have been made in our understanding of soil sciences, but the number and range of books available can make the subject seem daunting, and the approach taken in specialist literature is often too theoretical to help those concerned with the business of growing crops. Here, for the first time, is a practical book which tackles both basic soil science and the problems of the farmer. In Part One, the author explains the fundamentals of soil formation and classification and the main properties of soils. This section, which avoids the use of jargon, will give a good basic knowledge of the subject to farmers, advisers and anyone concerned with the prosperity of the farming industry. It is also a useful basis for courses in soil science at diploma and degree level. The second and third parts of the book deal respectively with physical and chemical problems, their causes and suggested solutions. Those seeking advice on specific soil problems can refer to these sections without the need to consult Part One.
