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Land Resources: Now and for the Future Book

This book provides an authoritative review of the resources of soils, water, climate, forests and pastures on which agriculture depends. Unless action is taken, the developing world will face recurrent problems of food security and conflict. The book should be read by all involved in rural development, including scientists, economists, geographers, sociologists, planners, and students of development studies. It provides a summary and perspective of the field of land resources, and suggests improvements needed to conserve resources for future generations. The hardback edition of the book received excellent reviews.Read More

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    Unless action is taken, the developing world will face recurrent problems of food security and conflict. This volume provides a summary and perspective of the field of land resources and suggests improvements needed to conserve resources for future generations. Coverage provides an authoritative review of the resources of soils, water, climate, forests and pastures on which agriculture depends. It assesses the interactions between land resources and wider aspects of development, including population and poverty. It provides a strong critique of current methods of assessing land degradation and placing an economic value on land. It should be read by all involved in rural development, including scientists, economists, geographers, sociologists, planners, and students of development studies.

  • 0521785596
  • 9780521785594
  • Anthony Young
  • 20 July 2000
  • Cambridge University Press
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 332
  • New Ed
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