This book "Analytical Methods in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry" is a compilation of some user-friendly analytical methods for characterizing soil physical, chemical and biological properties as well as determining nutrient content of plant in a very lucid manner. The book not only describes the analytical methods in detail but discusses the basic principle of the analysis as well as the relevant queries and their solution for the benefit of all users, particularly students. The book has also discussed the principle of functioning of different analytical instruments used in soil and plant analysis and some easy understanding basic concepts of different analytical methods. The book will be useful to students at agricultural universities/institutes, scientists/technicians engaged in soil analysis laboratories.
The book has been written in a simple language and understandable manner. The contents of the book include 18 chapters. All chapters should be thoroughly viewed as a concise collection of various topics from different books, journals, bulletins, research articals and research papers etc. Figures and tables have also been provided wherever necessary. It is hoped that this textbook will help to improve the knowledge of students regarding plant nutrients and their analysis. All suggestions and criticisms for further improvement of this book will be thankfully acknowledged.
Title
Analytical Methods in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry
Dr. Shivanna, M, Professor and Head, Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, College of Horticulture, Bangalore, University of Horticultural Sciences, Bagalkot, Karnataka. He obtained his B. Sc. (Ag.) in 1991, M. Sc. (Ag.) in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry in 1994 and Ph. D. in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry in 2008 from University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka. India. He also obtained his PGDAEM (Post Graduate Diploma in Agriculture Extension Management) in 2019 From MANAGE, Hyderabad. He has an experience for over 28 years in teaching, research, and extension. He has written 2 textbooks. He has to his credit about 62 full length research papers published in peer reviewed journals of National and International repute as author/co-author. He has guided 12 master's degree students. Professor Shivanna received different awards and honors from different professional societies. He has attended many national and international seminars, symposiums, conferences, and workshops. He has delivered number of radio. talks, lectures in different training programmes. Presently Dr. Shivanna, M. is working as Professor and Head in the Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, College of Horticulture, Bangalore, Karnataka India.