Applied Soil Ecology
Addresses the role of soil organisms and their interactions in relation to: agricultural productivity, nutrient cycling and other soil processes, the maintenance of soil structure and fertility, the impact of human activities and xenobiotics on soil ecosystems and bio(techno)logical control of soil-inhabiting pests, diseases and weeds. A Elsevier Science Journal. Searchable contents, free abstracts, full text for subscribers and information to authors.
Australian Journal of Soil Research
Especially focussing on land and water management, soil pollution and remediation, and sustainable primary production. Site offers the Index, Abstracts and a sample issue.
Biology and Fertility of Soils
This Springer journal publishes original papers, reviews and short communications fundamental and applied aspects of biology (microflora and microfauna) and fertility (productivity) of soils. Features information for authors and subscribers, the table of contents and abstracts. Full text in PDF and HTML format for subscribors only.
Canadian Journal of Soil Science
Publishes research on the use, management, structure and development of soils. Searchable. Abstracts available, full text for subcribers only.
CATENA
Is an Interdisciplinary Journal of Soil Science, Hydrology and Geomorphology focusing on Geoecology and Landscape Evolution.
European Journal of Soil Science
Publishing the findings of research, the description of new techniques, and reviews over the whole field of soil science and its applications. Table of contents, abstracts and full texts in HTML and PDF format.
Fertilizer Strategies
Discusses the role of fertilizers in the development of agriculture along with the factors that have an impact on their use by farmers. It deals with the many issued involved in the efficient distribution and marketing of fertilizers. Also available in Arabic, French and Spanish. (PDF format).
Fertilizers and their use
IFA publication for download (PDF File). It addresses the role of fertilization in plants in relation to soil characteristics and provides general fertilizer recommendations for selected crops and contains information on soil and plant tissue testing.
Forest soils archive
Information of interest to the forest soils community. Forest soils discussion group. This archive links to other sites with forest soils information.
Geoderma
Tries to stimulate wide interdisciplinary cooperation and understanding among workers in the different fields of pedology. Searchable database and abstracts. Full text available for subscribers
Index for CanSIS publications and manuals
List of PDF documents available for downloading. Includes "The Canadian System of Soil Classification (3nd Edition)", "Soil Survey Handbook", "Manual for Describing Soils in the Field", "Analytical Methods Manual", "Land Suitability Rating System for Agricultural Crops" and "A Soil Mapping System for Canada"
Internet Glossary of Soil Science Terms
Searchable and browsable dictionary of soil science terminology from the SSSA. Includes tables, figures and unit conversionfactors. Also available as MSWord dictionary file.
Irrigation and Drainage Abstracts Online
References to internationally published water management, irrigation, soil water, salinity and drainage research, updated weekly! Subscription requiered.
Journal of Plant Nutrition and Soil Science
Table of contents of previous journals. No abstracts. Full text available to subscribers. Information for authors and subscription.
Keys to Soil Taxonomy
Downloadable Book in PDF Format. It provides the taxonomic keys necessary for the classification of soils in a form that can be easily used in the field. It also explains recent changes in the classification system.
List of Journals
Links to Agronomy, Plant, Crop and Soil Science Journals.
LLEK Bookmarks Scientific Search Engines - Soil Sc
A catalog of scientific resources and media worldwide but especially in German and English: Directories of Soil Sciences Journals; Soil Sciences-related catalogs of scientific search engines; and additional starting points and sites of special interest.
Malaysian Journal of Soil Science
List of contents and abstracts. Editorial board and authoring instructions.
Mineral fertilizer distribution and the Environmen
The purpose of this publication is to demonstrate the potential environmental and economical impact of fertilizer distribution and to describe its complexities.
Nova Scotia Nutrient Management Manual
Covers topics such as - Basic Soil Fertility Concepts, Macronutrients, Testing for Nutrients, Manure as a Nutrient Source, Commercial Fertilizers, Legumes and developing a NM Plan
Plant and Soil
Introduction to journal with instructions for authors and subscription information. List of titles of forthcoming and previus journals. Acces to full text articles (PDF)requieres subscription.
Publications from the International Fertilizer Ind
IFA's on-line publication database contains approximately 1000 publications which can be ordered on-line or downloaded. Topics include fertilizer production, technology and distribution, efficient and sustainable crop nutrition. Also includes papers from recent IFA conferences.
Publications of the European Fertilizer Manufactur
Information and other resources about the fertilizers, their production and application provided by the European Fertilizer Manufacturers Association (EFMA). Available in HTML of PDF form.
Science of Soils
Electronic journal in the field of soil science.
Soil and Tillage Research
This Elsevier journal is concerned with the changes in the physical, chemical and biological parameters of the soil environment brought about by soil tillage and field traffic, their effects on both below and above ground environmental quality, crop establishment, root development and plant growth, and the interactions between these various effects. Site contains information for authors and subscribers, a searchable Table of contents and Index. Articles available as PDF files.
Soil and Water Science Handbook
Has information about soil improvement, fertilization, water quality and wetlands.
Soil Biology and Biochemistry
This Elsevier journal is a forum for research on soil organisms, their biochemical activities and their influence on the soil environment and plant growth. The Site contains information for authors and subscribers and a searchable Table of Contents and Index. Articles available in HTML and PDF format.
Soil Fertility Guide
A number of soil and land publications from the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. They include information about soil fertility, lime needs and soil sampling. [PDF File]
Soil Horizons
Research and soil science issues from New Zealand. Available partly as HTML, partly as PDF files.
Soil Management
Tektran Agricultural Research summaries. Selected pre-publication notices of recent research results from the Agricultural Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Soil Science
Publishes primary research reports and critical reviews of basic and applied soil science. Fully searchable abstracts from past and current volumes plus one full text article per issue. Manuscript preparation and submission instructions. Advertising rates and subscription information.
Soil Science Reviews
An International Review Journal which provides reviews on advances in the study of chemical, biological and physical properties of the soil.
Soil Science Society of America Journal
Searchable database with abstracts, editorial board members, instructions for authors. Full texts available to subscribers.
Soil Science Society of America Journal
Site has instructions for authors and subscribers. It also has a searchable text database with abstracts. Full texts are available.
Soil Survey Laboratory Methods Manual
The methods described are those by the laboratory at the National Soil Survey Center (NSSC). The purpose of this manual is to document methodology and to serve as a reference for the laboratory analyst.
Soil Use and Management
Topics covered include: soil-crop interactions, environmental protection, soil erosion and conservation, pollution control, restoration and reclamation of land, evaluation of soil surveys and development of methodology. Free access for members of the BSSS.
SOILCD
This CDROM contains abstracts of the world literature on soils, fertilizers and land management. Covers over 20 years of literature.
Soils and Fertilizers
Contains articles on soils and fertilizers research, soil management and pollution. Information for authors and subscription. Also features searchable Table of Contents with abstracts. Full text available as pay per view or for subscribers.
Studies and Papers of the World Phosphate Institut
Dealing with all aspects of phosphate application and management. [PDF]
Sustainable Soil Management, An Achievable Goal
Describes the EU concepts for active soil management. Available as HTML of PDF.
Technical References
The Natural Resources Conservation Service offers a number of publications relevant to soil scientists for downloading or ordering.
The Health of Our Soils
toward sustainable agriculture in Canada / D.F. Acton and L. J. Gregorich, editors. Publication by CanSiS dealing with soil degradation in Canada.
The Nutrient Handbook
A handbook about the requirements, testing and application of fertilisers. The handbook is in section format for easy downloading.
The Pedosphere and Its Dynamics: A Systems Approac
Online reference book. It explains aspects of soil science e.g. function of soil, soil profiles, soil texture, soil formation, organic matter and the interactions between soil and the air and water.
Understanding Phosphorus and its Use in Agricultur
This booklet considers the essential need for phosphorus in agriculture. Available as HTML or PDF.
Urban Forestry Manual
Produced by the Department of Defense. Contains information on soil fertility, fertilization and management of urban forest.