This unit seeks to examine the soil as an environment for the growth of plants, and to develop a basic understanding of plant nutrition. The unit integrates knowledge of biological components of soil fertility with the physical and chemical components of soil. The role of soil biota in cycling nutrients for plants and in the development of a suitable environment for plant growth is emphasised. These aspects are considered in the context of soil management to maintain sustainable agricultural, horticultural and forest production, to restore disturbed natural ecosystems and to understand processes in managed and natural ecosystems. Upon completion of this unit students are able to... -- Course Website
Instructor: Winthrop Professor Zed Rengel
Prerequisites: EART2222 Geomorphology and Soils or ENVT2250 Ecology
