Soil, water and crop management practices in the dryland farming regions of Turkey

Article Abstract:

Efficient moisture conservation practices, ecologically sound farming systems and soil quality improvement will help conserve and protect the land and water resource base in Turkey. Such measures are needed to sustain crop production which was severely degraded by increased population growth which led to overgrazing of animals, increased cultivation to increase production and increased cutting of shrubs and trees for firewood. Such practices resulted to extensive desertification of croplands which caused severe reduction in productivity.

Methods, Turkey

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Dryland farming research in Egypt: strategies for developing a more sustainable agriculture

Article Abstract:

Egypt's agricultural development strategy include enhanced scientific research and technology, human resource mobility, land development and investment, and optimal use of agricultural resources and livestock. The need for agricultural development in Egypt arises from the limited arable land, population growth and water resource reclamation of available land. Other agricultural issues include water resource quality, on-farm water management practices, modern crop production technology and wheat production.

Research, Egypt

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Water conservation practices for sustainable dryland farming systems in the Pacific Northwest

Article Abstract:

Tillage and residue management practices developed for soil and water conservation can ensure stable and sustainable agricultural yields in the Pacific Northwest dry-farmed regions. These techniques take into account the diversity and variability of both the soil and the regional climate. Fall tillage can increase the surface macroporosity of the soil, resulting in better water intake when the soil is frozen.

Analysis, Arid regions agriculture, Reports, Sustainable agriculture, Water conservation, Pacific Northwest

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