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Tier 3 — Observational / field trialPeer-reviewed

Soil degradation as a reason for inadequate human nutrition

Lal, R.

2009

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Summary

Research article addressing Soil degradation as a reason for inadequate human nutrition (Global (examples from low- and high-income countries) scope). Describes approach and implications for (Conceptual and empirical links between soil degradation, crop yields and nutrient content; measures: Summarises effects of erosion, organic matter loss and nutrient depletion on…). Rele…

UK applicability

Highlights the importance of protecting soil organic matter and structure in UK arable and grassland systems to safeguard both yields and nutrient density.

Key measures

Summarises effects of erosion, organic matter loss and nutrient depletion on yields and nutrient concentrations (Zn, Fe, Se, etc.)

Outcomes reported

Conceptual and empirical links between soil degradation, crop yields and nutrient content

Theme
Farming systems, soils & land use
Subject
Micronutrients & deficiencies; Soil health & biology; Crop systems
Study type
Research
Study design
Conceptual review with case examples
Source type
Peer-reviewed study
Status
Published
Geography
Global (examples from low- and high-income countries)
System type
Cropping systems; degraded vs conserved soils
DOI
10.1007/s12571-009-0009-z
Catalogue ID
XL0008

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