The Soils of Libya
Highlights
• The first book with a comprehensive characterization of the Libyan soils published in
English
• Provides an overview of the challenges that the soils of Libya face in relation to agriculture
and the environment
• Written by distinguished Libyan soil experts
• A valuable resource for anyone interested in soils and agriculture in Libya or any other
country with similar climatic conditions.
About This Book
This is the first comprehensive book on the Libyan soils published in English. The book
contains eight chapters that address the history of soil mapping, education, soil geographical
distribution, classification, properties, functions, agricultural use, and environmental aspects
including land degradation and desertification in Libya. This comprehensive and richly
illustrated book offers a valuable resource for anyone interested in soils and agriculture in
Libya or any other country with similar climatic conditions.
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