Effects of Salinity on Vegetable Growth and Nutrients Uptake

Abstract

380 pages The book is divided into two interesting sections, Topics range from effects of irrigation on the physiology of plants, deficit irrigation practices and the genetic manipulation, to creating drought tolerant variety and a host of interesting topics to cater for the those interested in the plant water soil atmosphere relationships and agronomic practices relevant in many challenging environments, more so with the onslaught of global warming, climate change and the accompanying agro-meteorological impacts. First section consists of nine chapters technically crafted by experts in their own right in their fields of expertise. The second section, with eight chapters, deals with systems of irrigation practices around the world, covering different climate zones apart from showing casing practices for sustainable irrigation practices and more efficient ways of conveying irrigation waters - the life blood of agriculture, undoubtedly the most important sector in the world. Contents Preface Part 1 Agricultural Water Productivity in Stressed Environments 1 Effects of Irrigation on the Flowering and Maturity of Chickpea Genotypes 2 Deficit (Limited) Irrigation - A Method for Higher Water Profitability