Microbial Ecology In Sustainable Agroecosystems (Hb) Hardcover

Soil ecologists are at the forefront of research on biodiversity and ecosystem function, but there is a lack of interdisciplinary studies that integrate ecological knowledge into sustainable land management. Traditional agricultural systems, which rely heavily on fossil fuels, can decrease soil biodiversity, disrupt soil community structure and nutrient cycling, and lead to greater dependence on energy-intensive methods. Microbial Ecology in Sustainable Agroecosystems brings together soil ecologists, microbial ecologists, and agroecologists from around the world to show how soil ecology research can contribute to the long-term sustainability of agricultural systems. The book highlights five key research areas that can be combined to promote sustainable land management: agriculture, biodiversity, ecosystem services, integrated soil ecology research, and policy.