Edited by
Donald Sparks, Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, University of Delaware, Newark, USA
Description
Volume 73 contains 4 reviews on contemporary and important topics in the agronomic sciences. In Chapter 1, "Interactions among Root-Inhabiting
Fungi and Their Implications for Biological Control of Root Pathogens," fungi are defined, their distribution and abundance are discussed,
and their role in agroecosystems is present. Chapter 2, "Dwarfing Genes in Plant Improvement," discusses advances in the role of dwarfing
genes in plant improvement. Emphasis is placed on breeding and genetic aspects. Chapter 3, "A Review of the Effect of N Fertilizer
Type on Gaseous Emissions," covers a topic that is of great environmental interest — the effect of nitrogen fertilizers on gaseous emissions.
Chapter 4, "Rhizobia in the Field," is a comprehensive review of rhizobia including diversity, systematics, natural populations, and
field introduction of rhizobia.
Included in series
Advances in Agronomy
Audience:
Professionals and students in the field of agronomy; plant, soil, and environmental sciences.
