Soil Ecosystem FunctionsExplores the functions and services of soil ecosystems, emphasizing their vital role in supporting biodiversity and regulating water and nutrients.
Soil Science: IntroductionIntroduces the study of soils, emphasizing their non-renewable nature and limited availability worldwide.
Organic matter degradationExplores the composition and decomposition of organic matter in soils, highlighting the crucial role of microorganisms and the formation of humus.
Soil Science: Fragile AssetExamines soil as a fragile and limited asset, emphasizing global degradation processes and the importance of sustainable land use.
Organic matter degradationExplores the degradation of organic matter, the role of microorganisms, and the formation of humic substances in soils.
Soil Fertility: Swiss ContextExplores soil fertility in the Swiss context, covering indicators, measurements, nutrient assimilation, and crop yield limitations.