9781333556006 - The Relation of Plant Succession to Crop Production: A Contribution to Crop Ecology (Classic Reprint) de Waller, Adolph E. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book innovatively examines the relationship between ecology and agricultural science. The author presents a genetic classification of vegetation distribution based on the theory of plant succession, an idea that suggests vegetation changes over time due to environmental factors. These factors include climate, soil, and the organisms that inhabit a given area. The author emphasizes the importance of biotic factors, particularly bacteria, fungi, and insects, in shaping plant communities and ecosystems. The text also explores the concept of crop ecology, which combines physiological, environmental, and economic factors that affect crop production. By understanding the dynamics of plant succession, the author believes that farmers and ecologists can optimize agricultural practices and improve crop yields while promoting the overall health of our ecosystems. This interdisciplinary approach to ecology and agriculture provides valuable insights into the complex relationships between plants, the environment, and human activities. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.